Aloe claviflora - 4in grass-aloe a shrubby and sprawling species

a shrubby and sprawling species reaching up to 6 feet in height and width

who first discovered the species in 1931

The leaves have a waxy layer and range in color from forest green to pale blue or bluish-green

Frost-sensitive

and branching gold flowers in winter

Aloe claviflora - 4in grass-aloe a shrubby and sprawling speciesWidely distributed in southern African deserts, Aloe claviflora is mid sized, stemless, and clusters with chalky blue grey rosettes. Its leaves are upright, pale bluish, and face outward, offering an asymmetric appearance. Resilient to arid conditions, the plant's leaves turn whitish to reflect sunlight during dry spells, and they close to protect young leaves from heat stress. Flowers are orangey coral club shaped blooms that emerge horizontally,