Climbing Aloe (Aloiampelos ciliaris)

Climbing Aloe

Aloiampelos ciliaris

Trailing succulent with soft fringed leaves and vibrant orange blooms. Ornamental climbing plant; common name: Climbing Aloe.

Full sun
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Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Thrives in full sun to partial shade; bright direct sunlight promotes flowering, while filtered light is suitable for indoor cultivation
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Watering Allow soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot; reduce watering frequency in cool winter months
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Temperature Prefers warm temperatures between 18–30°C; can tolerate light frost down to 5°C but avoid prolonged cold exposure
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Succulent triangular leaves in dense rosettes, with soft white cilia along leaf margins
  • Flower: Tubular orange-red blooms arranged in upright racemes, held above foliage
  • Stem: Slender, flexible trailing stems that root at nodes when in contact with soil
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Care Guide

Watering

Water thoroughly when top 5–7 cm of soil is dry

Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer once monthly. Discontinue fertilization in winter when growth slows

Eggshell powder topdress:Crush dried, rinsed eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to boost calcium levels and improve soil drainage
Pruning
  • Trim leggy or overgrown stems in spring to encourage bushier growth
  • Remove dead, yellowing leaves to maintain plant health and improve airflow
  • Train climbing stems on a trellis or support to control growth habit
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats; no reported adverse effects from ingestion or contact

Humans: No known toxic effects to humans with normal handling or accidental ingestion

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Ornamental trailing plant for hanging baskets, rock gardens, or trellis displays