Aloe dorotheae Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Aloe Dorothea is an endangered succulent in its native habitat. Its unique leaves have a curved shape, dots, and a shiny surface. This succulent plant is unique in that it has a reddish color, very strong leaves, and spreading, drooping stems. It needs proper placement as it is considered dangerous to pets.
Common Name |
Sunset Aloe
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Plant Type
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Cactus & Succulents
Houseplants
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Aloe dorotheae
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Genus
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Aloe
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Family
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Asphodelaceae
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Order
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Asparagales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Aloe dorotheae Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Aloe dorotheae.
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Water Needs
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Low
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Cups
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Generally, Aloe dorotheae needs water once every
10 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Aloe dorotheae needs about 0.25 L per 10 days. |
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Aloe dorotheae Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Aloe dorotheae to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 8 hours
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Temperature |
55°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
The ideal humidity range for your Aloe dorotheae to thrive is between 40% and 50%. |
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Aloe dorotheae Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Aloe dorotheae. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Aloe dorotheae plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Aloe dorotheae Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Aloe dorotheae plant. |
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Maximum Height |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Bright Yellow
White
Red
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Aloe dorotheae toxic to pets? |
Yes
This plant is not safe for humans and your pets if ingested |
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Garden Style |
Gravel and Rock Garden
Informal and Cottage
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Aloe dorotheae Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Aloe dorotheae, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
air layering
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
autumn
winter
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Aloe dorotheae Native Region |
Find out where the Aloe dorotheae plant originated. |
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Country |
Tanzania, United Republic of
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