Aloe juvenna, often known as the Tiger Tooth Aloe, holds a fascinating place in the world of succulents. This captivating plant hails from a tiny, rocky region in the southwestern mountains of Kenya, just along the Tanzanian border. It's a true survivor, flourishing in challenging habitats where few other species dare to grow.
The plant's physical appearance is as intriguing as its origin. Aloe juvenna sports a dense array of thick, fleshy, triangular leaves that line its erect to arching stems, culminating in a compact rosette. The green leaves carry reddish to brown tones when exposed to ample sunlight, and they bear creamy-white spots that make each leaf unique. Despite their fierce appearance, the marginal teeth on the leaves are just for show, inspiring the moniker "Tiger Tooth Aloe."
The intrigue of Aloe juvenna extends to its nomenclature. Its peculiar name was born out of a mistake when an unidentified plant labelled as a possible juvenile Aloe was mistaken as "juvenna." This label stuck and was eventually adopted as its actual name.
Aloe juvenna comes alive in the Australian summer, boasting attractive spikes of red to orange-red flowers with a yellow-green mouth, reaching up to 25cm high. A welcome sight for any garden enthusiast, these vibrant blooms add a pop of colour to your garden landscape.
For those drawn to the unique and unusual, Aloe juvenna often finds itself mistaken for Aloe squarrosa from the distant Socotra Island. The two can be distinguished, though, as the latter features long, smooth, recurved leaves clustered at the top of each stem, unlike the densely packed, straight leaves of Aloe juvenna.
In cultivation, Aloe juvenna is an accessible and widely loved choice, contrasting with its rare existence in its natural habitat. This duality is a testament to the plant's adaptability and resilience, reinforcing its appeal among plant collectors and enthusiasts alike. It's not just a plant; it's a living testament to the wondrous diversity and tenacity of the natural world.
Aloe juvenna (Tiger Tooth Aloe) plants for sale shown in 70mm pot. You will same or similar plants as those shown in images. Colours will vary depending on time of year and growing conditions.
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- All plants are sent bare rooted with no pots and soil, or minimum soil only.
- Due to the drying process necessary for sending plants through the mail, plants may look slightly different than images shown on our website
- Some plants, may look wrinkled when they arrive, may be somewhat limp, or soft to the touch. This is normal as they have been dried out for for a number of days before shipping to avoid rotting in the mail.
- Succulents are very hardy plants and they will recover quickly, providing you unpack them as soon as you receive them follow some simple care instructions you will find with your order.
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