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Aloe aristata NameAloe, pronounced A-low, is the Arabic name for this family of succulents; aristata means bearded. The common name is lace aloe. Description A succulent plant consisting of small tight rosette of grey-green leaves covered in tiny white spikes. Occasionally it produces a tall spike of orange flowers. Family Aloaceae Origin South Africa Care Tips Likes bright light including direct sun and enjoys a spell outdoors in the summer and lower temperatures in winter - 10°C (50°F). Water freely in the summer, but keep almost dry in winter. It will rot if overwatered - a top dressing of gravel will help to keep the neck dry and also looks attractive. Feed every two weeks in the summer only with a very weak solution of cactus fertiliser.
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