Aloe broomii

Broom Aloe

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A small, branching succulent aloe from South Africa. Fleshy gray-green leaves with white teeth and vibrant red-orange tubular flowers on tall spikes.
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Plant Details

Common Name Broom Aloe
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Aloe
Species Broomii
Origin South Africa
Blooming Produces red-orange tubular flowers on tall spikes in winter to early spring.
Leaf Color Gray-green with white teeth
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with pumice or coarse sand, high mineral content.

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting leaves.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun to bright indirect light. Protect from scorching midday summer heat if indoors.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer). No feeding in winter.

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Pruning

Remove dead flowers and damaged leaves at base. Minimal pruning required.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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