Aloe wickensii
Geelaalwyn
Description
Geelaalwyn is a succulent in the Aloe family with densely packed upright gray-green leaves with small sharp reddish spines along the margins. It has red and yellow flowers that shoot high above the foliage on spikes that appear in late winter. The name is an Africaner word having something to do with a hidden foot. This attractive succulent reaches 2-3' tall and wide. It does best in full sun or light shade. Soil should be well draining; provide regular water during summer.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.