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Bitter Aloe
A tall, single trunk plant (6 ft. or more after 10 years) with a single crown and persistent old leaves on the trunk. Long leaves form a dense rosette and have many scattered spines on the outer surface. The margins are armed with large, sharp reddish teeth.
Aloe ferox
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Spiny surface
Leaf length : 36-48"
Leaf width : 6-8"
Leaf color : reddish-green
Flower Characteristics
Flower shape : Spike
Flower color : Red
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 3-5 ft.
Average size maturity height : 6-8 ft.
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 20 to 25 F (Z9a)
Sunset zone : 8, 9, 12-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes
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