{"product_id":"aloe-humilis-succulent-3-pot","title":"Aloe humilis - Succulent - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe humilis, commonly called the spider aloe or hedgehog aloe, is a small, stemless succulent that forms tight clumps of rosettes. Its narrow, incurved blue-green leaves are lined with soft white teeth and scattered tubercles, giving the plant a distinctive spiky texture while staying compact at around 10-20 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn winter to spring it sends up slender stalks bearing tubular orange to coral-red flowers that attract sunbirds. Tough and drought-hardy, it thrives in bright sun and gritty, fast-draining soil, making it well suited to Indian terraces, windowsills and xeriscape beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is among the easiest aloes to grow, multiplying readily through offsets (pups) that can be separated to make new plants, and tolerating the heat and dry spells common across much of India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsphodelaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa (Western \u0026amp; Eastern Cape)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-20 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm (clumping)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, blue-green fleshy leaves with white marginal teeth and tubercles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange to coral-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter to spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArid to semi-arid; suits most Indian plains, protect from frost and heavy monsoon waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright direct sun to partial shade; 4-6 hours of sun gives best colour and compact form. Acclimatise gradually to harsh summer afternoon sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow. Water deeply only when the soil is fully dry; roughly every 7-10 days in summer and once in 2-3 weeks in winter. Avoid overwatering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, very free-draining cactus\/succulent mix; e.g. garden soil with coarse sand and perlite or cocopeat. Avoid heavy, water-retentive soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 18-32C; tolerates up to ~40C if not overwatered. Protect below 5C as it is not frost-hardy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers low to moderate humidity; dislikes prolonged dampness. Ensure airflow during humid monsoon months.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeder. Apply a diluted, low-nitrogen succulent fertilizer once a month during the active growing season (spring-summer); none in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal. Remove dried lower leaves and spent flower stalks. Detach offsets to control clump size.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years or when the pot fills with offsets; repot in spring using fresh gritty mix and a shallow, wide pot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasiest by separating offsets (pups) from the base; also by seed. Let cut surfaces callus for a day before planting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally hardy; watch for mealybugs, scale and root rot from overwatering. Treat pests with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly toxic to cats and dogs if ingested (can cause vomiting\/diarrhoea); keep away from pets and small children.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ornamental potted plant for balconies, windowsills and desktops.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ground cover and edging in rock gardens and xeriscape beds.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Low-water container groupings with other succulents and cacti.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Attracts nectar-feeding sunbirds when in bloom.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In Indian summers, shift pots to bright morning sun with shade from the harshest afternoon heat, and water only when the mix dries out.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During the monsoon, the biggest risk is rot: move pots under cover, use a very gritty mix and skip watering on rainy spells. In winter, keep it on the drier side and protect from cold snaps in northern India.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Always use a pot with drainage holes.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Repot and divide offsets in spring for the strongest growth.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Aloe humilis in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the soil is completely dry, about every 7-10 days in summer and once every 2-3 weeks in winter. Overwatering is the main cause of rot in this succulent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Aloe humilis need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt loves bright light and does best with 4-6 hours of sun. Give it morning sun with some afternoon shade in peak Indian summer, and acclimatise it slowly to avoid leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Aloe humilis safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Like most aloes it is mildly toxic to cats and dogs and can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047474790646,"sku":"PLT-ALOEHUMILISS-P03-NA","price":50.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/1wfL7Amvw3bcNur0xJjtJok53QIEDf2R2wLnJpVU_609f1339-6860-4c7a-b3bd-74d57c1ecff9.jpg?v=1782710798","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/aloe-humilis-succulent-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}