Aloidendron barberae
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAloidendron barberae, formerly Aloe bainesii and Aloe barberae, also known as the tree aloe, is a species of succulent plant in the genus Aloidendron. It is native to South Africa northwards to Mozambique. In its native climes this slow-growing tree can reach up to 18 metres (59 ft) high and 0.9 m (3 ft) stem in stem diameter. Aloidendron barberae is Africa's largest aloe-like plant. The tree aloe is often used as an ornamental plant. Its tubular flowers are rose pink (green-tipped); it flowers in winter and in its natural environment is pollinated by sunbirds.
Description
A tree aloe growing up to 18 m tall, found in subtropical regions and classified in the Xanthorrhoeaceae family (also placed in Asphodelaceae).
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Edible Uses
Leaf potash is extracted from this species.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Mozambique, South Africa, Southern Africa,
Cultivation
It can be grown by cuttings.
Notes
Also put in the family Asphodelaceae.
Synonyms
References (1)
- Ruiters-Welcome, A. K., 2019, Food plants of southern Africa. Ph.D. thesis. Univ. of Johannesburg p 32
