Aloe affinis

Aloe affinis
Scientific Name: Aloe affinis Berger
Family: Asphodelaceae

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Aloe affinis at the Huntington Botanical (HBG 5878) Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Frost Tolerance: Frost resistant in Phoenix
Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Sun Exposure: Light shade in Phoenix
Origin: Swaziland, South Africa (Mpumalanga)
Growth Habits: Usually solitary, large stemless rosettes (2.5 feet diameter) on short stems.
Watering Needs: Summer grower. Regular water in summer, very little water in winter.
Propagation: offsets(pups) and seeds

Aloe affinis leaves are dark green with many close fine white lines parallel to the axis of the leaf. The leaf edges have yellow to light brown thorns.

Blooming Habits:
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References:
Guide to the Aloes of South Africa

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