Plant Care Aloe castilloniae

Aloe castilloniae

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About Aloe castilloniae

Many people are familiar with Aloe vera, but this genus of plants contains tons of other beautiful succulent plants that come in all sorts of colors! Their succulent leaves evolved to store water in dry climates, which makes them a perfect fit if you're a busy plant parent. With great care (and a lot of sunlight) you may even see your Aloe bloom! Their flowers grow out of a large spike and can be shades of red, orange, and yellow. 🔥

Taxonomy

Aloe castilloniae
Aloe
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Aloe castilloniae

💦 Water

How often to water your Aloe castilloniae

Water needs for Aloe castilloniae
0.5 cups
every 12

Aloe castilloniae needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Aloe castilloniae

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Aloe castilloniae in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Aloe castilloniae: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Aloe castilloniae love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Aloe castilloniae does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aloe castilloniae in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Aloe castilloniae

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Aloe castilloniae: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aloe castilloniae after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Aloe castilloniae is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Aloe castilloniae →

Benefits of Growing Aloe castilloniae →

Common Aloe castilloniae Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Aloe castilloniae →

Outdoor Care Guide for Aloe castilloniae →


💦 Water Needs

Aloe castilloniae thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Aloe castilloniae Water Frequency →

Aloe castilloniae Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Aloe castilloniae requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Aloe castilloniae Light Requirements →

Aloe castilloniae Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Aloe castilloniae is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Aloe castilloniae enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Aloe castilloniae Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Aloe castilloniae is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Aloe castilloniae →

Best Pots for Aloe castilloniae →

When and How to Successfully Repot Aloe castilloniae →

What Are Healthy Aloe castilloniae Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Aloe castilloniae should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Aloe castilloniae →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Aloe castilloniae to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Aloe castilloniae is native to Southern Africa to India.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Aloe castilloniae grows in a rosette pattern, with leaves neatly arranged in a circle. New growth will emerge from the center.

Aloe castilloniae Lifecycle →

Aloe castilloniae Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Aloe castilloniae →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Aloe castilloniae can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Aloe castilloniae →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Aloe castilloniae. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Aloe castilloniae

Aloe castilloniae

Aloe castilloniae


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

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