Candelabra aloe

Candelabra aloe (Aloe arborescens)

Candelabra aloe, also known as Octopus plant, Tree aloe

Aloe arborescens, commonly known as Candelabra Aloe, is a flowering succulent indigenous to Southern Africa. It is frequently used as a natural barrier around livestock enclosures due to its dense, spiky foliage, which acts as a deterrent. This species is closely related to Aloe vera and is known for attracting birds, bees, and butterflies. The name "arborescens" translates to "tree-like," reflecting its growth habit.

Key Facts About Candelabra aloe

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Attributes of Candelabra aloe

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Shrub
Plant Height
1.8 m to 3 m
Spread
2 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 5 cm
Flower Color
Red Orange Yellow

Scientific Classification of Candelabra aloe

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagales
Family
Asphodel
Genus
Aloe
Species
Candelabra aloe

Toxicity

If ingested