The hybrid Aloe 'Aculleata v Crousiana' is a visually striking succulent that inherits captivating characteristics from its parentage. This relatively low-maintenance plant displays an intriguing rosette of foliage, making it a sought-after addition for those who appreciate unique textures and forms within their succulent collections.
 
Key Features:
Exhibits a dense rosette of fleshy leaves that are broad at the base and taper towards the tip.
The leaves display a powdery blue-green hue across their surfaces.
Prominent, sharply pointed teeth with reddish-brown accents line the undulating margins of each leaf, providing a distinct textural contrast.
The overall form is relatively compact, creating a neat and contained appearance.
While not visible in this stage, mature plants are known to produce flower spikes with brightly coloured blooms.
 
Care:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight to maintain its colouration and form. Insufficient light may lead to stretching.
Watering: Requires infrequent watering, allowing the potting mix to dry out completely between waterings. Be particularly cautious of overwatering, especially during cooler periods.
Soil: Needs a well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for cacti and succulents to ensure excess moisture can escape.
Temperature: While relatively hardy, it should be protected from prolonged periods of frost.
 
Maintenance:
Regularly inspect the plant for any signs of dead or drying leaves and remove them to keep the rosette tidy and prevent potential issues.
Repotting should only be done when the plant has outgrown its current container, typically every one to two years. Choose a pot with good drainage.
Fertilising is generally not necessary, but a diluted succulent fertiliser can be applied sparingly during the active growth period (typically spring and summer).
 
Propagation:
Offsets (Pups): As the plant matures, it may produce smaller offshoots around its base. These can be carefully separated once they have developed their own root system and potted individually. Allow any cut surfaces to callous over before planting.
Leaf Cuttings: Propagation from leaf cuttings is possible but can be slow and less reliable for this type of Aloe. A healthy leaf can be removed, allowed to callous, and then placed on well-draining soil to encourage rooting.
 
With its distinctive leaf shape, powdery colouration, and contrasting marginal teeth, Aloe 'Aculleata v Crousiana' offers a unique aesthetic appeal. Its manageable care requirements make it a rewarding succulent to cultivate, bringing a touch of arid beauty to any collection.
 
 
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
 
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.