Scientific Name
×Alworthia 'Black Gem Variegata'
Accepted Scientific Name
×Alworthia 'Black Gem'
Synonym(s)
Aloe 'Black Gem Variegata'
Scientific Classification
Family: Asphodelaceae
Subfamily: Asphodeloideae
Nothogenus: ×Alworthia
Origin
×Alworthia 'Black Gem Variegata' is a form of ×Alworthia 'Black Gem' selected for its variegated foliage.
Description
×Alworthia 'Black Gem Variegata' is an attractive succulent that forms rosettes of triangular, dark green leaves with irregular, creamy-yellow markings. It offsets freely and forms a nice cluster over time. The leaves flush bronze-red when grown in bright sunlight.
Hardiness
USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11b: from 25 °F (−3.9 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
As with all succulents, Aloe must never be allowed to sit in stagnant water, and the plant should be carefully monitored to watch for signs of overwatering.
These succulents are not particularly fast-growing and will only rarely need repotting. In the spring, repot Aloes tipping over their pots or have ceased growing. A well-drained potting mix is essential. Use a cactus and succulent mix. When repotting a larger plant, dividing the root ball is possible. Some varieties of Aloe will send off offsets that can be potted independently.
Aloe plants need strong and bright light. They can withstand full summer sun once acclimated. In the winter, provide bright light. These plants prefer warmer temperatures of 70 to 80 °F (21 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.
Links
- Back to nothogenus ×Alworthia
- Succupedia: Browse succulents by Scientific Name, Common Name, Genus, Family, USDA Hardiness Zone, Origin, or cacti by Genus
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