Aloe spicata
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Divisio: Magnoliophyta Subdivisio: Magnoliophytina Classis: Liliopsida Subclassis: Liliidae Superordo: Lilianae Ordo: Asparagales Subordo: Aloineae |
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Aloe spicata is a tree.
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[edit] Naming
Aloe spicata was described in 1782 by John Gilbert Baker. The name is considered as validly published.
[edit] Taxonomy
Aloe spicata is a species in the genus Aloe which contains 446 species and belongs to the family of the Aloaceae (Aloe Family).
[edit] Characteristics
[edit] Growth
The trees grow to a height of approximately 0,6 meters.
[edit] Wood and Bark
[edit] Leaves
Aloe spicata is an evergreen plant with simple leaves. They are reddish green.
[edit] Flowers and Fruit
The flowers are tubular.
The fruits are loculicidal capsules.
[edit] Root System
[edit] Distribution
Aloe spicata is native to South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland. It is a protected species according to the Washington Convention.
[edit] Cultivation
Aloe spicata prefers a sunny site and can withstand temperatures down to -6,6º C. It grows best in pebbly, loamy soil that is moderately moist. The plants are highly drought tolerant.
[edit] Uses
Aloe spicata is used medicinally.
[edit] Maintenance
[edit] Varities and Cultivars
[edit] Poisonousness
Please read the health issues note!
[edit] Pests and Diseases
[edit] Man and Aloe spicata
[edit] History
[edit] Aloe spicata in art
[edit] Symbolism
[edit] Superstition
[edit] See also
[edit] References
[edit] Literature
- Walter Erhardt, Erich Götz, Nils Bödeker, Siegmund Seybold: Der große Zander. Eugen Ulmer KG, Stuttgart 2008, ISBN 978-3-8001-5406-7. (Ger.)
- Christoper Brickell (Editor-in-chief): RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants. Third edition. Dorling Kindersley, London 2003, ISBN 0-7513-3738-2.
- efloras.org
[edit] Footnotes
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