Aloe perryi (forbesii) (Aloaceae). Endemic to Socorta in Yemen, a perennial plant that usually grows in rocky areas and can reach up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are green in color, succulent and thick, and with spines. The roots are fibrous and flowers are yellow to orange-red in color. Sowing : 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 : Socotra. Harvest : May 2023
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