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Mokolodi Nurseries -
Aloes

Aloes are characteristic of the African
continent, mainly grown in tropical
and subtropical regions. Due to their
strong architectural features, beautiful
flowers and ease of growth they are
popular the world over.

All Aloes follow the Crassulacean Acid Me-
tabolism (CAM). CAM plants can fix CO2 at
night and photosynthesize with closed
stomata during the day minimizing water
loss. This, and their succulent leaves and
stem, and the presence of a thick cuticle
makes them well adapted to dry conditions.

ALOE CHABAUDII - DWALA ALOE

A. chabaudii is an evergreen stemless plant
that produces a dense rosette of blue grey
leaves. These aloes sucker to form dense

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