Aloe Striatula

Aloes are shrubby, fleshy-leaved succulents, mainly from South Africa, usually reserved for use in the conservatory or as houseplants. However, Aloe striatula is an exception – it is rather cold resistant in the UK and, if planted with care, it is quite hardy in a south facing, sunny spot in the arid garden.

The narrow leaves are green and fleshy and held on vertical trunks. The gap between the leaves is marked by vertical pencil-like lines. Altogether the Striped-stemmed Aloe is an attractive and unusual plant with a range of uses.