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Fan Aloe

Also known as

Aloe disticha plicatilis, Aloe flabelliformis, Aloe lingua, Aloe plicatilis, Aloe plicatilis major, Aloe tripetala, Kumara disticha and Rhipidodendrum distichum

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Kumara plicatilis

Genus

Kumara

Family

Asphodelaceae

Order

Asparagales

How to care for Fan Aloe

💦 Water

How often to water your Fan Aloe

Fan Aloe 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.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Fan Aloe in your home

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

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

Fan Aloe does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Fan Aloe

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Fan Aloe: 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 Fan Aloe after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Fan Aloe 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!

💦 Water Needs

Fan Aloe prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Fan Aloe 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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Fan Aloe 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.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Fan Aloe bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

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

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Fan Aloe can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🌱 Propagation

Fan Aloe can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

🧐 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.