This succulent doesn’t have stems but consists instead of rough-edged pointed leaves arising from a rosette-like base.
Aloe vera is considered toxic to pets; tiger aloe is not.
Tiger Aloe Care
Growing a tiger aloe is similar to growing any other succulent.
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They prefer warm, dry weather if planted outdoors, but can also be grown as indoor houseplants.
These easy-care succulents need very little attention if their basic temperature requirements stay consistent.
There are almost no serious pest or disease issues with tiger aloe.
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Excess water or dense soil, however, can cause root rot.
Soil
In its native habitat, tiger aloe plants flourish in rocky outcroppings.
So they’re not fussy at all about soil, except for requiring excellent drainage.
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A sandy, semi-dry loam mixture, such as that provided by commercial succulent/cactus potting mix, is perfect.
At that point, water deeply until the excess drains through the bottom of the pot.
Too-frequent watering is the single worst thing you’re able to do for these plants.
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Temperature and Humidity
The tiger aloe plant has a serious dislike for temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Consistent temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit are ideal.
This plant has a natural affinity for arid conditions.
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Remove these by simply gentlycutting them off.
You should also remove any leaves that become damaged.
It’s not uncommon for an offset to require several years before it grows large enough to flower.
Lightly moisten the potting mix and place the pot in a plastic bag to hold in moisture.
Set the pot in a warm location with bright indirect light.
Within a few weeks, the seeds should germinate and begin to sprout.
An unglazed clay pot is ideal, as it will wick moisture and improve drainage.
Tiger aloes generally need to be repotted every three years or so.
These plants also like to have a few weeks spent at temperatures of 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit.
This period of partial winter dormancy will often stimulate blooms.
Do not, however, overfeed these plantsit won’t prompt more blooms.
Simply tug or snip off dead, old leaves, making way for new growth to appear.
Allow the plant’s soil to dry out entirely before you water again.
Root rot that is too far advanced is not curable.
Yellowing leaves are often an early sign of root rot beginning to develop.
If you see this symptom, look for a slightly sunnier spot for your plant.
As with otheraloe plants, the sap contained within the leaves of the tiger aloe has healing properties.
It’s especially helpful for sunburn and minor skin abrasions.
Be aware, though, that some individuals are sensitive to the oils in tiger aloe.
As is true of many slow-growing succulents, tiger aloe is a very long-lived plant.
Many specimens survive and thrive for decades with minimal care.
However, tiger aloe was recategorized in the newGonialoegenus along with two other formerAloespecieswhen genetic studies showed significant differences.
Visually, however, tiger aloe remains a close relative of aloe vera.
