Aloe Vaombe

Common Name: Malagasy Tree Aloe, Vao Aloe
Scientific Name: Aloe vaombe

Description:

• Type: Evergreen succulent
• Height: Reaches 8-12 feet tall, with a spread of 4-6 feet; develops a single or multi-stemmed tree-like form
• Leaves: Long, arching, and broad with a bright green to bluish-green color; edges are adorned with small reddish-brown teeth
• Flowers: Produces tall, striking flower spikes with vibrant red to orange tubular flowers during late winter to early spring, attracting pollinators
• Growth Speed: Moderate-growing under ideal conditions

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; tolerates light partial shade
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; intolerant of waterlogged conditions
• Watering: Drought-tolerant; requires infrequent but deep watering, allowing soil to dry out between waterings
• Temperature: Hardy in USDA zones 9-11; does not tolerate frost but thrives in warm, arid to semi-arid climates
• Humidity: Performs best in dry conditions; sensitive to overly humid or wet environments
• Hardiness: Heat and drought-resistant, making it ideal for xeriscaping

Special Features:

• Striking tree-like form makes it a focal point in desert or tropical gardens
• Vibrant red-orange flowers add seasonal interest and attract hummingbirds and pollinators
• Low-maintenance and highly drought-resistant, suitable for challenging climates