Aloe Plicatilis Fan Aloe Live Plant | Rare Succulent Tree | Drought-Tolerant | Architectural Plant | Garden or Patio Ready

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Heatpack is included if needed, i'll check your local weather when it comes to ship it, it will also depend on the plant family. Example: Alocasias, philodendrons, monsteras.

Weather: Plant will be safely packed, even heavy 20 lb+ plants make it safe to anywhere in USA 

Shipping: Handling time is from 2-6 days, transit time 1-3 days. 

Quality: The picture is a sample of a good quality plant, you'll receive the same or even better!

Guarantee: Safe arrival is guaranteed, if the're any problem, please email the pictures and we'll find the best solution, replacement if the plant is heavily damaged (very rare case).

 

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Aloe plicatilis (Fan Aloe, now Kumara plicatilis)* is a striking succulent small tree or shrub native to the Western Cape of South Africa .

 

 

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🌿 Key Features

 

Distinctive fan-shaped foliage: Blue-gray, strap-like leaves (~30 cm long) arranged in opposite pairs at branch ends .

 

Size: Grows into a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree, typically 1–2 m tall/wide, occasionally up to 4–6 ft (1.2–1.8 m) in cultivation; can reach 3–5 m in the wild .

 

Flowering: Late winter to spring sees orange-red tubular blooms (~30 per spike), highly attractive to sunbirds and pollinators .

 

Recognition: RHS Award of Garden Merit winner for its architectural beauty .

 

 

 

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🌞 Cultivation & Care

 

Aspect Details

 

Light Full sun or bright light; protect from scorching midday rays when moved from shade .

Soil Sandy, acidic, sharply draining; tolerates poor soils .

Water Soak and dry method: water deeply, then let soil dry fully. In summer: weekly; winter: minimal or none .

Hardiness USDA zones ~9–12, tolerates down to ~23°F (–5 °C); container culture recommended in cooler areas .

Maintenance Self-cleaning (drops old leaves), slow-growing (~10–20 cm/year), minimal pruning needed; watch for root rot in overly wet conditions .

Propagation From stem cuttings (“truncheons”)—allow callus then plant in gritty mix—or from seed .

 

 

 

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🌟 Why Grow It?

 

Architectural wow: Its fan-like foliage forms sculptural, exciting silhouettes.

 

Seasonal interest: Early spring blooms adorned by birds and pollinators.

 

Drought-tolerant: Suits waterwise, Mediterranean, desert, or succulent garden styles.

 

Cultivation-friendly: Thrives in containers and rock gardens; low maintenance once established.

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Tip: In hot climates, avoid heavy watering during warm nights—this “urban heat + moisture” combo can lead to rot .

 

Let me know if you'd like guidance on container size, companion planting, pruning techniques, or sourcing fan aloe near you!