Aloe cameronii is a popular species of the genus Aloe (true Aloe or Aloe vera) and belongs to the Asphodelaceae family. This medium-sized medicinal plant is indigenous to Africa, specifically to Malawi and Zimbabwe.The outstanding features of Aloe cameronii are its sharp, upright stems and dazzling, narrow leaves. Aloe Cameronii is a medium-size plant, with attractive foliage grows up to 1′ – 2′ feet tall and 2′ – 4′ feet wide. It prefers moist and sandy soils in full sun or partial shade for a full, healthy shape. The evergreen red aloe grows at a slow-moderate rate and under perfect conditions lives up to 40 years or more.Aloe Cameronii succulents are known to be drought-tolerant and hence make the best choice for drylands.
Aloe Cameronii does not have high water requirements.It is irrigated occasionally in the warm season to enhance the attractive color of the leaves.Avoid overwatering or under-watering the soil as in both the cases the leaves to easily dry up or at the risk of turning a sickly yellow color
For the healthy growth of Aloe Cameronii succulents, the plant needs maximum sunlight; which is why it is considered ideal to grow it in summers. Even when growing in winter, provide the Aloe with full, bright light.
Potted aloes enjoy a liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month to stay fully nourished. Make sure to apply the fertilizer in half-strength concentration.
Always use a good quality, loamy sandy soil with plenty of drainage with chips at the bottom of containers.
Removal of old flower stalks; Divide the crowded clumps periodically. It grows much better outdoors in spring and summer.
The drought-tolerant plant likes warm temperatures from 70° – 80° degrees Fahrenheit (21° – 27° C). However, the Cameronii is able to withstand 40° degrees Fahrenheit (4.5° C).
It's teeth are not too sharp, but they can hurt your fingers if you are pruning off some dead leaves (get stiffer once they dry).
