Aloe juvenna, often called Tiger Tooth Aloe due to its distinctive leaf margins, is a charming and relatively small clumping succulent. It forms dense rosettes of upright, slender, green leaves adorned with prominent white spots and soft, harmless white teeth along their edges. This easy-to-grow Aloe is a popular choice for adding texture and visual interest to succulent collections and small spaces.
 
Key Features of Aloe juvenna (Tiger Tooth Aloe)
Clumping Growth Habit: Readily produces numerous offsets, forming dense clusters over time.
Upright, Slender Green Leaves: Forms rosettes of narrow, pointed green leaves that grow somewhat vertically.
Prominent White Spots: The leaf surfaces are covered in distinct, raised white spots or tubercles.
Soft White Toothed Margins: Leaf edges are lined with soft, harmless white teeth or cilia, resembling tiny tiger teeth.
Relatively Small Size: Individual rosettes remain compact, making it ideal for small pots and spaces.
Orange-Red Flowers: Mature plants can produce tall, slender flower spikes bearing clusters of tubular, orange-red flowers.
 
Care for Your Aloe juvenna (Tiger Tooth Aloe)
Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. While it can tolerate some direct morning sun, intense afternoon sun can scorch the leaves.
Soil: Requires well-draining soil to prevent root rot. A commercial cactus or succulent mix is ideal.
Watering: Water thoroughly only when the soil is dry to the touch. Aloe are drought-tolerant but susceptible to overwatering, especially in cooler months. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter period.
Temperature: Prefers moderate temperatures and is generally not frost-tolerant. Protect from freezing conditions.
Humidity: Adapts well to typical household humidity levels. Good air circulation is beneficial.
 
Maintenance for a Thriving Aloe juvenna (Tiger Tooth Aloe)
Removing Dead Leaves: Regularly remove any dead or dried leaves from the base of the rosettes.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant has outgrown its container or the cluster has become very dense. Choose pots with good drainage. Spring or early summer is the best time for repotting and separating offsets if desired.
Pest Control: Monitor for common succulent pests like mealybugs and scale. Treat any infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Fertilizing: Generally does not require heavy feeding. A diluted balanced liquid fertilizer can be applied sparingly during the active growing season (spring and summer) once or twice.
 
Propagation Methods for Expanding Your Collection
Offsets (Pups): The most common and easiest method. Aloe juvenna readily produces numerous offsets that can be carefully separated from the mother plant once they have developed their own roots. Allow the cut surfaces to callus over for a few hours before potting them individually.
 
Aloe juvenna, the charming Tiger Tooth Aloe, is a delightful and easy-to-care-for succulent prized for its clumping habit, distinctive white spots and teeth, and vibrant flowers. Its compact size and ease of propagation make it a wonderful addition to any succulent 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.