Description
Aloe descoingsii is clump-forming, stemless succulent belongs to Aloe plant family.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aloe descoingsii - Succulent Plant |
| 2 | 3 inch (8 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
It is called as a smallest Aloe which forms the rosette. The leaves are tapering at the end and are dull green colored. It has the toothed leaf margin with white spots on both surfaces.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Smallest Aloe |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 7 cm |
| Flower Colour | Red with yellow tips |
| Bloom Time | Not defined (Summer at few places) |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Aloe descoingsii care
Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions:3 parts of potting soil,1 part of grit (pumice),1 part of the horticultural-grade sand,1/2 part of the compost etc.
| Sunlight | Full sun, partial sun, at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. |
| Watering | Low for the rainy season, Moderate for winter, More than moderate for a summer |
| Soil | Avoid excess organic contents in the soil. |
| Temperature | Ideal: 22 to 35 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | No need much. A peat-based compost should not be used. |
Aloe descoingsii special feature
Survivals and growers of the summer.
Aloe descoingsii uses
Ornamental Use:
- Its color and the appearance is appreciated by the various gardens