Jan 15, 2024 · Do you want to add the eye-catching fractal leaves of spiral aloe to your landscape? Grow this rare, enchanting spiralized succulent in rock gardens and containers with extra well-drained soil and mild temperatures.

Jun 4, 2022 · The spiral aloe, Aloe polyphylla, is is a stemless succulent from the aloe genus. While this plant can produce absolutely stunning large flowers, usually red or salmon colored, that sit atop sturdy stems, the spiral aloe is most famous for its hypnotizing spiral shape.

Aug 25, 2024 · Aloe polyphylla, commonly known as Spiral Aloe, is a succulent that has captured the fascination of plant enthusiasts worldwide. This remarkable plant, with its mesmerizing spiral leaf arrangement, hails from the high-altitude regions of the Drakensberg and Maloti Mountain ranges in Lesotho, Africa.

Nov 16, 2021 · The spiral aloe is unusual, with symmetrical leaves twirling around in a circle of growth. Spiraling begins when the plant is 8 and 12 inches (20 and 31 cm.). A large, single rosette rises with white to pale green spines on leaf edges.

Dec 12, 2024 · Spiral aloe is a gorgeous succulent plant, appreciated for its symmetry and striking shape. Learn to grow your own Aloe polyphylla now on Gardener's Path.

Nov 25, 2024 · Foliage: The leaves of Aloe polyphylla are thick, fleshy, and often have a waxy coating that helps retain moisture. They are arranged in a spiral pattern, giving the plant its distinctive look. Growth Habit: This succulent grows slowly and can reach a height of about 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) with a similar spread.

Aug 4, 2023 · Spiral aloe (Aloe polyphylla) is instantly recognizable, and nothing compares to its symmetrical, evenly-spaced rosette of thick, succulent leaves. The dark gray-green leaves form a tight spiral that might grow clockwise or counter-clockwise in five rows.

Jun 10, 2022 · Aloe polyphylla is a mesmerizing succulent. Many growers consider it the most beautiful aloe because of the unique spiral formation of it leaves which has a greyish-green color. This is why the succulent is also called “Spiral Aloe”.

Aloe polyphylla is a beautiful succulent that forms stemless rosettes of fleshy leaves arranged in a distinctive spiral pattern that can be clockwise or counterclockwise. The rosettes have 75 to 150 leaves, always in 5 rows, and can reach a diameter of 3 feet (90 cm).

Mar 29, 2022 · “Spiral Aloe” is a rare succulent, with rosettes formed by five rows of leaves. Each row contains between 15 and 30 sharp leaves, creating a rosette that can grow up to 1 foot (31 cm) across. Aloe polyphylla blooms in the spring, with pink-orange flowers. “Spiral Aloe” tends to need a bit less water than other succulents.