Aloe striata

Zebra Aloe, Kaffir Lily

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Succulent shrub native to South Africa featuring blue-grey leaves marked with white horizontal lines and producing coral-pink flower spikes in winter.
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Plant Details

Common Name Zebra Aloe, Kaffir Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Aloe
Species Striata
Origin South Africa
Blooming Winter to early spring, coral-pink tubular flowers
Leaf Color Blue-green with white stripes
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 high perlite or pumice content; avoid heavy peat retention

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Watering

Water thoroughly only when soil is completely dry; reduce frequency in winter dormancy to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light to maintain leaf coloration; tolerates full sun outdoors but needs acclimation indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring-Summer); no fertilization in winter

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves and spent flower stalks at the base to maintain rosette shape

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 4 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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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
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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