Overview

A shrubby and sprawling species reaching up to 6 feet in height and width, thrives in mountainous regions, making it one of South Africa's hardier aloes. Its dark green, recurved leaves are adorned with small white teeth along the margins and distinct longitudinal stripes. it forms colonies with rosettes of bright green leaves, growing upright and sometimes reaching the entire length of the stem. The plant produces brilliant yellow inflorescences in late spring to summer. Aloe striatula is resilient, tolerating frost down to 15°F and requiring full sun and well-drained soil.