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Kenyan Aloe

Aloe Kedongensis

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Overview

Aloe kedongensis, or Kenyan Aloe, is a striking succulent native to Kenya's Rift Valley. It showcases elongated leaves forming a rosette up to 2 feet wide. Intriguing coral-red flowers may shoot up to 3 feet high in winter. This drought-tolerant aloe favors well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Ideal for xeriscaping, its bold form provides a dramatic accent in arid landscape designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–9Type Succulent

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — It thrives in USDA zones 10 through 11 and tolerates temperatures down to about 30°F

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — However, it will require protection or moving indoors during colder weather

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — making it an ideal choice for drought-resistant gardens.<br><br>From spring to early summer

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — are edged with small teeth

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — Intriguing coral-red flowers may shoot up to 3 feet high in winter

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — which can span approximately 6 to 8 inches long

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — the Kenyan Aloe boasts a sculptural quality

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Succulent
Family: Aloaceae

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Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — It thrives in USDA zones 10 through 11 and tolerates temperatures down to about 30°F

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — However, it will require protection or moving indoors during colder weather

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — making it an ideal choice for drought-resistant gardens.<br><br>From spring to early summer

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — are edged with small teeth

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — Intriguing coral-red flowers may shoot up to 3 feet high in winter

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — which can span approximately 6 to 8 inches long

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — the Kenyan Aloe boasts a sculptural quality

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — with rosettes of lance-shaped

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — The Aloe kedongensis, or Kenyan Aloe, is a distinctive succulent indigenous to Kenya's Rift Valley region

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — This drought-tolerant aloe favors well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — allowing the plant to endure prolonged dry periods

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — Aloe kedongensis, or Kenyan Aloe, is a striking succulent native to Kenya's Rift Valley

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — Ideal for xeriscaping, its bold form provides a dramatic accent in arid landscape designs

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — giving the plant an intriguing texture

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — The flowering stalks emerge from the center of the rosettes

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — These succulent leaves store water

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — consider providing well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade exposure

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — It showcases elongated leaves forming a rosette up to 2 feet wide

Kenyan Aloe (Aloe Kedongensis) — contributing to local ecology

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Stephen from Oakland, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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John Rusk from Berkeley, CC BY 2.0 · source

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