Hankey dwarf aloe (Haworthiopsis attenuata var. radula)

Hankey dwarf aloe

Hankey dwarf aloe is a small, rosette-forming succulent, very similar to aloe. It is known as the Hankey dwarf aloe, due to its native habitat, a small town named Hankey in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The variation name Haworthiopsis attenuata var. radula comes from the Latin word "radere", meaning "to scrape", a reference to its sandpaper-like rough leaves.

Scientific classification

Species

Hankey dwarf aloe (Haworthiopsis attenuata var. radula)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Succulent

Plant Type

Spring, Summer, Fall

Bloom Time

15 cm

Plant Height

15 cm

Spread

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Hankey dwarf aloe

Every 3 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Hankey dwarf aloe flourishes in arid conditions with excellent drought resistance, storing water in its succulent leaves. Watering should occur every three weeks to simulate natural habitat. As an evergreen, hankey dwarf aloe retains moisture in its foliage, enhancing its resilience and longevity.

Fertilize: Optimal care for hankey dwarf aloe includes quarterly fertilization with diluted (half-strength) succulent food during the growing season (spring to fall) to enhance growth. Avoid over-fertilization, withhold feeding in winter, and water hankey dwarf aloe before fertilization for better nutrient absorption.

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