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Aloe Erinacea

$20.00
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Aloe Erinacea, commonly known as Goree, is a rare, slow-growing succulent native to the arid mountains of southern Namibia. Known as the "hedgehog aloe" (from the Latin erinaceus), it forms striking, ball-shaped rosettes characterized by turquoise to sea-green leaves heavily armed with sharp white or black spines.

Physical Characteristics
  • Foliage: The leaves are fleshy, narrow, and triangular, measuring roughly 6–10 inches (16–25 cm) long. They feature prominent spines along the margins and the leaf's keel.
  • Growth Habit: It is typically stemless and compact, reaching a height of about 6–12 inches (15–30 cm). While it rarely produces "offsets" (pups) in cultivation, it can form dense clumps in its natural habitat.
  • Flowers: This species is notoriously reluctant to bloom and may not do so until it is at least 25 years old. When it does, it produces tubular flowers on a single stalk—initially red in the bud and turning yellow as they open.

Cultivation and Care
Because it is a winter-growing species from a desert biome, Aloe erinacea can be challenging to maintain outside its native environment.
  • Light: Requires full sun to bright, direct light (at least 6+ hours) to maintain its compact shape and color.
  • Watering: It is highly drought-tolerant and must be watered cautiously. The soil should dry out completely between waterings; overwatering is the primary cause of root rot. It prefers to remain dry during winter dormancy.
  • Soil: Needs an extremely well-draining, gritty mineral mix (e.g., pumice, sand, and cactus soil) to prevent moisture from sitting around the roots.
  • Temperature: It is relatively cold-tolerant (USDA Zones 8b to 11) but should be protected from hard frosts and temperatures below 40°F (4.5°C).
  • Propagation: Primarily grown from seeds.

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  • LOUISIANA
  • IDAHO
  • OKLAHOMA
  • GEORGIA

Specifications
  • Species
    Liliopsida
  • Pot Size
    N/A