Aloe microstigma

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Common name: Kamiesberg-aalwyn, Karoo aalwyn, Namakwa-aalwyn, Spikkelaalwyn, Tweederly, Cape speckled aloe, Khamiesberg aloe, Namaqua aloe, Small-spotted aloe

Family: Asphodelaceae

Synonym: Aloe khamiesensis

Distribution: Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape

Habitat: A variety of habitats within Succulent Karoo desert and arid Albany Thicket

National red list: Least Concern

Life form: Succulent plant

Comments: In the dry Succulent Karoo and Albany Thicket biomes, this species stands out on the landscape with its flame-like floral display in winter. The red to orange flowers and sweet nectar attract sunbirds, which pollinate the flowers.

Links: Red List of South African Plants • SANBI PlantZAfrica

1: Arid house 2, outside beds (Arid House 2 - out) • Accession: 2014-878/1 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Wild
2: Beds at Millstream, Van Riebeeck Street entrance (Millstream) • Accession: 2015-402/1 • Origin: South Africa • Provenance: Garden - wild origin

Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

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Aloe microstigma

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