Aloe ibitiensis

Aloe ibitiensis

It  is a stemless, perennial, leaf succulent from Madagascar that grows in single rosettes, seldom in groups, with not too many leaves at a time. The leaves are yellow to olive green 25-30 cm long, thick and fleshy, upright and markedly lined. The few-branched inflorescences are covered with upright, bright scarlet flowers near the end of branches. It is a very attractive species, but rare in cultivation.

Sowing instructions: Seeds germinate very well but may damp off if overwatered. Use a mixture of river sand, compost and soil to sow seeds in. Sprinkle the seeds evenly on the surface and cover with a layer of small pebbles. The pebbles help the seedlings to stay upright and prevent damping off. Keep seed tray in a dry warm corner and do not allow to dry out. Transplant the seedlings after one year.

Locality: Itremo, Madagascar. Harvest: August 2024