Aloe dorotheae
Also known as: Dorothea's aloe
The reddest aloe: glossy leaves turn brilliant red-gold in bright light (a sun-stress display, not damage). It comes from Tanzania, stays around Rosettes 30–45 cm, and tolerates USDA 10–11. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Aloe
- Origin: Tanzania
- Mature size: Rosettes 30–45 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 10–11
- Toxicity: Latex mildly irritating
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Aloe
- Origin
- Tanzania
- Mature size
- Rosettes 30–45 cm
- Growth habit
- Clustering rosettes that turn brilliant red in sun
- Leaf colour
- Glossy leaves blushing intense red-gold
- Flower colour
- Orange-yellow
- Hardiness
- USDA 10–11
- Toxicity
- Latex mildly irritating
- Other names
- Dorothea's aloe
About the Aloe dorotheae
The reddest aloe: glossy leaves turn brilliant red-gold in bright light (a sun-stress display, not damage). Clumps steadily; native to Tanzania.
Care and cultivation
Bright light, coarse mix, water around the base rather than into the crown. Stress reddening is normal in strong sun. Light: Bright light; some direct sun. Water: Every 2–3 weeks; much less in winter. Soil: Succulent mix with coarse grit.
Description
Aloe dorotheae is a Aloe succulent from Tanzania. The reddest aloe: glossy leaves turn brilliant red-gold in bright light (a sun-stress display, not damage). Clumps steadily; native to Tanzania.
Identification
Key identification features: Glossy leaves blushing intense red-gold leaves in a Clustering rosettes that turn brilliant red in sun form, reaching Rosettes 30–45 cm. Also known as Dorothea's aloe. Nickname: 'Dorothea's aloe'. Nickname: 'Dorothea's aloe'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Aloe dorotheae?
Every 2–3 weeks; much less in winter. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Aloe dorotheae toxic to pets?
Latex mildly irritating. Considered safe around pets.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Aloe dorotheae, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.