Candelabra aloe (Aloe arborescens)
Care, watering, light and tips for Candelabra aloe on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 14 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Candelabra aloe
Aloe arborescens, commonly known as Candelabra Aloe, is a shrubby, branching succulent that can reach up to 4 meters in height. Its fleshy, blue-green leaves, arranged in rosettes, develop a reddish hue under intense sun. It is ideal for low-maintenance gardens, rockeries, or as a striking specimen in large pots.
Native range
South Africa
Care tips
It requires full sun or partial shade for optimal growth and abundant flowering. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out completely between waterings, especially in winter to prevent rot. Use a well-draining substrate, specifically for cacti and succulents. Avoid overwatering, as it is the most common cause of problems for this robust plant.
How to save a dying Candelabra aloe
- Warning signs
- Soft, wrinkled or yellowing leaves; soft, dark stem base.
- First aid
- Remove damaged leaves, check roots for rot. If present, prune and dry before repotting.
- What kills it
- Overwatering, especially in winter or low light. Also poor drainage.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot hasn't reached the main stem or the base is firm.