Tiger Aloe Plant
Tiger Aloe (Aloe maculata) is a succulent growing 1-2 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
0.5 to 1.0 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Africa, Asia
Climatic Condition
Arid, Semi-arid
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Minimal watering
Plant Weight
1 to 2 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
3 to 5 kg per plant
NPK ratio
02:07:07
life Span
5 to 10 years
Health Benefits
Medicinal, Skin Care
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% perlite, 30% potting soil, 20% coarse sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Aloe Rust, Root Rot, Mealybugs, Aphids, Spider Mites.
Prune affected leaves, improve air circulation Improve drainage, reduce watering Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Imidacloprid-based insecticides.
HEALTH BENEFITS
1. Soothing and moisturizing properties: Tiger aloe's gel has soothing and moisturizing properties that can help calm skin irritations.
2. May help reduce inflammation: Tiger aloe's antioxidants and other compounds may help reduce inflammation and improve overall health.
3. May have antimicrobial properties: Tiger aloe may have antimicrobial properties that can help prevent infections.