Plant Type
This well known grass aloe is commonly found along rocky ridges of the Witwatersrand. The plants form dense clumps. The habitat is highly threatened.
Plant Description
Aloe verecunda is a well known grass aloe that is commonly found along rocky ridges of the Witwatersrand. The plants form dense clumps. The narrow fleshy leaves usually form a fan-shape and may occasionally form a rosette in older specimens. The plant has thick fleshy roots in which it stores water during the dry winter months. Plant in very well drained soil in a sunny spot.