Aloe maculata

Common Aloe / Tiger Aloe

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A drought-tolerant succulent with triangular green leaves marked by white spots. Produces tubular orange-red flowers in spring. Toxic to pets.
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Plant Details

Common Name Common Aloe / Tiger Aloe
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Aloe
Species Maculata
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to early summer, orange-red tubular flowers
Leaf Color Green with white spots
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 for optimal drainage

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Watering

Water deeply only when soil is completely dry, reduce frequency in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade; intense light prevents etiolation but avoid scorching indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer), stop in autumn/winter

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves and cut spent flower stalks close to base after blooming

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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 5 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
180 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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