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Aloe Humilis

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Sun: full sun to partial shade

Water: Typical water needs for a succulent

Temperature: Zone 9a from 20° F to 25° F (-6.7 ° C to -3.9° C) to Zone 11b from 45° F to 50° F (7.2° C to 10° C)

Winter Survival: Winter hardy

Propagation: offsets, cuttings, seeds

Flower: in late winter or early spring

Flower Type: Orange

Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals

Dormant: winter

Space Requirement: Indoors & Outdoors

Common Problems: No major pests, Plants may rot if overwatered


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Basc Care for Aloe humilis

Watering

What you need to remember is that this type of succulents needs to be watered for every 2 weeks

One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.

Fertilizing

Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means winter. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.

Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.

Sun & Location Requirements for "Aloe humilis"

Aloe humilis needs full sun to partial shade in order to thrive. While this variety needs plenty of bright light, it is important not to place it in direct sunlight for extended periods of time as this can cause damage or scorching to the leaves and stems. A shadier spot with indirect light could be just what Aloe humilis needs.

As per this succulent profile, it is only able to stay healthy when the environment temperature is above the range of zone 9a from 20° F to 25° F (-6.7 ° C to -3.9° C).

Aloe humilis is an incredibly resilient winter hardy plant that can survive in freeze conditions. Its thick leaves and stems, deep-rooted roots, and ability to store water all contribute to its ability to stay alive even in the coldest of winters. The roots reach deeper into the soil than most other succulents, allowing them to absorb moisture when the air is dry and cold.

Any succulents in the group will need a medium space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Since this plant needs more space than mini succulents, you should consider do not plant them together with other succulents/plants.

Aloe humilis also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.

Propagation

Offsets are an easy and reliable way to propagate succulents, like Aloe humilis. With just a few simple steps, you can get a brand-new plant from an existing one.

One way to propagate Aloe humilis is by cutting

Propagating Aloe humilis from seeds is a great way to produce new plants without relying on cuttings or divisions. It's important to look for healthy, dark and plump seeds that are slightly sticky when touched. The soil should be pre-mixed with well-draining potting mix, before evenly sowing the seeds and pressing them into the surface. To ensure successful germination, gentle misting of the soil should be done and placed in indirect light.

Toxicity

Aloe humilis

Aloe humilis is not known to pose any significant health risks, as it is not considered to be toxic. However, it is best to keep the plant away from young children and pets, as they may ingest some of the parts of this plant that could contain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation.

Pests and Diseases

Aloe humilis is not affected too much by common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents.

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