| Common Name | Squared Aloe |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Aloe |
| Species | Squarrosa |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Rarely blooms indoors; orange-red spikes are possible in spring/summer with adequate light |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green with white spots |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Cactus mix or sandy soil with excellent drainage, add perlite and pumice for aeration.
Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly in winter during dormancy to prevent rot.
Requires full sun to bright indirect light. Insufficient light causes leggy growth and loss of variegation.
Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during growing season (spring/summer), none in winter.
Remove dead basal leaves or spent flower stalks to maintain shape and health.
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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