Guinea-fowl aloe - Aristaloe aristata (Care, Characteristics, Symbolism, Images)

Guinea-fowl aloe

Also known as: Long-awned aloe

Lace Aristaloe aristata leaves are emerald green and covered with white dentate bumps. In environments with insufficient light, its leaves will become thin. Lace Aristaloe aristata is superbly adaptable to different environments and is suitable for outdoor planting. Proper shading is needed in the summer or the plant will dry out, turn dark brown, or blacken.

Scientific classification

Species

Guinea-fowl aloe (Aristaloe aristata)

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent, Herb

Plant Type

Mid summer, Late summer, Fall

Bloom Time

Late spring, Early summer

Harvest Time

20 cm

Plant Height

15 cm

Spread

Green, White

Leaf Color

4 cm

Flower Size

Red, Orange

Flower Color

Green, White, Red, Orange

Stem Color

Non-dormant

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Guinea-fowl aloe

Distribution of Guinea-fowl aloe

Distribution Map

Guinea-fowl aloe is a drought-loving succulent native to South Africa's dry grasslands and has only escaped ornamental growth in France.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

High grasslands, cold mountain slopes, shady forested valleys, garden

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Culture

Garden Use

Best suited to warm and dry conditions, the guinea-fowl aloe is an important garden plant for xeriscaping. The guinea-fowl aloe is cherished among aloe gardeners for its quick growth habit and its pink flowers which attract hummingbirds and bees. It can be grown in rock gardens and well-draining containers. Companion plants of the guinea-fowl aloe include Sedum, Echeveria, and Blue chalk fingers.

Symbolism

Adaptability

Interesting Facts

According to legend, Queen Cleopatra of Ancient Egypt often used guinea-fowl aloe for beauty and skin care. With this beauty, she attracted two Roman heroes who amazed the world and so had the opportunity to become queen.

Name Story

Lace aloe: A close relative of Aloe, guinea-fowl aloe got its name from the look of its thick leaves with lace-like edges. The specific epithet "aristata" in its Latin name comes from the word "aristatus" which means "with a beard, awned" and it's used to describe the plants with the awn-like leaf tips.

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Cultivars

There are several recognized cultivars of Guinea-fowl aloe, including the following common varieties :

Aloe Aristata Green Pearl

Care Guide for Guinea-fowl aloe

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Guinea-fowl aloe adapts well to arid environments, exhibiting high drought tolerance and efficient water storage. Watering every three weeks is sufficient, ensuring dry soil between sessions. Ideal for indoor growth, guinea-fowl aloe thrives in containers, where moisture levels can be carefully maintained.

Fertilize: Fertilize guinea-fowl aloe bi-monthly during the growing season (spring to fall) with diluted succulent-specific food, halving the concentration to avoid nutrient burn. This promotes stronger growth and enhanced flowering. Avoid winter feeding and prevent root contact with undiluted fertilizer, adjusting based on plant size and container.

Propagation: Guinea-fowl aloe propagates mainly through cuttings, preferably in Spring or Autumn. Successful propagation is indicated by new root growth and small leaves. It's important to allow cuttings to develop calloused ends before planting.

Repotting: Repot guinea-fowl aloe biennially in spring using a slightly larger, well-draining container to avoid root rot. After repotting, provide bright indirect light and reduce watering to minimize shock, helping guinea-fowl aloe acclimate comfortably to its new environment.

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