Aloe 'Venus'

Scientific Name

Aloe 'Venus

Scientific Classification

Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Genus: Aloe

Etymology

The hybrid name "Venus" refers to the Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity, and victory, serving as the Roman equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.

Origin

Aloe 'Venus' is an Aloe-Aloe Horticulture Pty original hybrid.

Description

Aloe 'Venus' is a stunning succulent known for its striking, bicolored, conical clusters of flowers that bloom in succession over an extended period. This hybrid rarely produces offsets. The rosettes have narrow, green leaves and can grow up to 24 inches (60 cm) tall and 20 inches (50 cm) in diameter.

The flowers appear from early fall through mid-winter, arranged on unbranched stalks. They are glowing red, becoming white as they mature.

How to Grow and Care for Aloe 'Venus'

Hardiness: USDA hardiness zones 10a to 11b: from 30°F (-1.1°C) to 50°F (10°C).

Aloes are very forgiving plants. However, as with all succulents, Aloe must never be allowed to sit in stagnant water, and the plant should be carefully monitored for signs of overwatering.

These succulents are not particularly fast-growing and will only rarely need repotting. In spring, repot Aloes that are tipping over their pots or have ceased growing. A well-drained potting mix is essential. Use a cactus or succulent mix. When repotting a larger plant, dividing the root ball carefully is possible. Some varieties of Aloe will send off offsets that can be potted independently.

Aloe plants need intense, bright light. They can withstand full summer sun once acclimated. In the winter, provide bright light. These plants prefer warmer temperatures of 70°F to 80°F (21°C to 27°C) but will survive down to 40°F (4.5°C). Feed with a fertilizer for cacti and other succulents in spring and summer only.

Learn more at How to Grow and Care for Aloe.

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