Aloidendron barberae

Tree aloe

One of Africa’s biggest evergreen aloe-like plants that are suitable for all-size gardens.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Aloidendron barberae
Common Name	Tree aloe
Also Known As	Boomalwyn
SA Tree No	28
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Rocky Area
Flowering Season	Winter
Focal	Yes
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Spring
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	Yes
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Clay
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

The Aloidendron barberae produces red to orange flowers that are filled with nectar, attracting birds and bees. Its flowers grow off tube-shaped spikes making it perfect to use as a security barrier.

This flamboyant aloe should be planted as a focal or feature tree in rocky garden landscapes. It has good wind tolerance and can be used for indoor or container planting.

Tolerate temperatures as low as -3°C
Estimated height: 12-15m
Estimated width: 3-6m
Drought-resistant