Kumara plicatilis
Fan Aloe
Description
This wide succulent shrub grows 3'-6' tall and wide, with fan-like clusters of the bluish-gray round tipped leaves. From each fan emerges an open terminal cluster of tubular, orange red flowers in late winter to early spring. Plant in full sun if on the coast or in shade if inland. It is hardy to about 23 degrees F. It needs winter and spring irrigation if grown where does does not receive adequate water from rainfall. Formerly called Aloe plicatilis.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.