Aloe striata
L.f.
ssp
karasbergensis (Pillans) Glen &
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Distribution: South and Eastern Cape, From the Hex River Pass in the west eastwards to Oudthoorn and Willowmore to Port Elizabeth and northwards to Graaf-Reinet and the Kei River. Aloe striata can be found on rocky slopes, stony places and hillsides. |
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Description: Procumbent stems which branches to form rosettes. Leaves are flat and broad. Leaf colour and shape vary from area to area. Margins are reddish without teeth. Plant is 1 m tall. |
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| Flowers: Pinkish-red to bright-red. Flowering period is July to Sepetember. | |
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Photographer: Etwin Aslander of Selecta Succulents Plant/Seed Source |
Common name: Vaalblaaraalwyn |
