Aloe (×Alworthia) “Black Gem”

Aloe “Black Gem”

Hybrids (crosses) of species from the genera Aloe and Haworthia, have the botanical name ×Alworthia.

×Alworthia “Black Gem” is a crossing of Aloe speciosa and Haworthia cymbiformis. It is mostly just called Aloe “Black Gem”.

Description

1. Popular name(s): Aloe “Black Gem”
2. Botanical name: ×Alworthia “Black Gem”
3. Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae, Asphodeloideae subfamily
4. Origin: The parent species are native to South Africa.
5. Height: 20 to 40 centimeters
6. USDA zone: 12 (50 °F/10 °C)