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0Aloe humilis (L.) Mill.
- Taxonomy
- Family: Asphodelaceae · Genus: Aloe1
- Native distribution
- Africa, Cape Provinces, Brazil, South Africa, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Capeuncertain3
- Synonyms
- 2
29 synonyms
- Aloe acuminata Haw.
- Aloe acuminata major
- Aloe acuminata major Salm-Dyck
- Aloe echinata Willd.
- Aloe echinata minor Salm-Dyck
- Aloe humilis acuminata
- Aloe humilis candollei
- Aloe humilis echinata (Willd.) Baker
- Aloe humilis incurvata
- Aloe humilis macilenta
- Aloe humilis suberecta
- Aloe humilis subtuberculata
- Aloe humilis acuminata Baker
- Aloe humilis candollei Baker
- Aloe humilis humilis
- Aloe humilis incurva Ba
- Aloe humilis incurva Haw.
- Aloe humilis incurvata Haw.
- Aloe humilis macilenta Baker
- Aloe humilis suberecta (Aiton) Baker
- Aloe humilis subtuberculata (Haw.) Baker
- Aloe incurva (Haw.) Haw.
- Aloe macilenta (Baker) G.Nicholson
- Aloe perfoliata humilis
- Aloe perfoliata suberecta
- Aloe perfoliata humilis L.
- Aloe perfoliata suberecta Aiton
- Aloe suberecta (Aiton) Haw.
- Aloe suberecta semiguttata Haw.
Still missing: plant type, natural habitat, height / growth form, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (5)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Aloe humilis · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – distributions (Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS); Catalogue of Life; The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
- Wikidata – Q142736 · CC0
- Wikimedia Commons – Aloe humilis00.jpg · Public domain
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature8 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Aloe tip: Many species flower in winter; the leaf latex (aloin) is toxic to pets.
The gel is mild; the yellow sap (aloin) is a laxative.
Aloe humilis – what to know
Aloe humilis – family: Asphodelaceae, genus: Aloe. Native range: Africa, Cape Provinces, Brazil, South Africa, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 8 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Aloe humilis?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Aloe humilis need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Aloe humilis get?
Keep it above 8 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Aloe humilis toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
When does Aloe humilis flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Aloe: Typical flowering time: January, February, March.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
Aloe
Data sources: GBIF.org – Aloe humilis (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q142736 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – Aloe humilis00.jpg (Public domain) · Care data is for guidance only.
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