Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata)
Also known as: Partridge breast aloe
The partridge-breast aloe: three-ranked stacked triangles spotted with white, like a tiny pagoda. It comes from South Africa/Namibia, stays around Rosettes 10–20 cm, and tolerates USDA 9b–11; protect below -2 °C dry. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Aloe
- Origin: South Africa/Namibia
- Mature size: Rosettes 10–20 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 9b–11; protect below -2 °C dry
- Toxicity: Latex mildly irritating
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Aloe
- Origin
- South Africa/Namibia
- Mature size
- Rosettes 10–20 cm
- Growth habit
- Stacked triangular leaves in three ranks
- Leaf colour
- White-spotted green triangles stacked like a pagoda
- Flower colour
- Pink-red
- Hardiness
- USDA 9b–11; protect below -2 °C dry
- Toxicity
- Latex mildly irritating
- Other names
- Partridge breast aloe
About the Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata)
The partridge-breast aloe: three-ranked stacked triangles spotted with white, like a tiny pagoda. Formerly Aloe variegata, now Gonialoe. A compact windowsill classic.
Care and cultivation
Bright light, coarse mix, water around the base rather than into the crown. Stress reddening is normal in strong sun. Light: Bright light; some direct sun. Water: Every 2–3 weeks; much less in winter. Soil: Succulent mix with coarse grit.
Description
Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata) is a Aloe succulent from South Africa/Namibia. The partridge-breast aloe: three-ranked stacked triangles spotted with white, like a tiny pagoda. Formerly Aloe variegata, now Gonialoe. A compact windowsill classic.
Identification
Key identification features: White-spotted green triangles stacked like a pagoda leaves in a Stacked triangular leaves in three ranks form, reaching Rosettes 10–20 cm. Also known as Partridge breast aloe. Nickname: 'Partridge breast aloe'. Nickname: 'Partridge breast aloe'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata)?
Every 2–3 weeks; much less in winter. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata) toxic to pets?
Latex mildly irritating. Considered safe around pets.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Gonialoe variegata (Aloe variegata), supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.