Publication: Z. Sukkulentenk. ii. 178 (1926).
Description
Aloinopsis rubrolineata is a low multi-branching, mat-forming mesembs, will eventually form large caudex in time.
Leaves: Thick dark olive green tongue-like, finely warty and textured that form low rosettes.
Flowers: Golden with red midstripe in winter.
Roots: Has a gorgeous, tuberous root system.
Remarks: Aloinopsis rubrolineata has a gorgeous, thick root system and when it is potted up, the plant can be progressively raised over the ground so that some of the roots can be seen and is especially cultivated for their looks. Architecturally it is a real stunner. When the “caudex” shape of the raised roots is adequately in evidence this plant is incomparable. They also tend to grow more “heads” when they are raised.
Origin and Habitat
South Africa S.E. of Graff Renet
Cultivation and Propagation
It grows, and flowers, in winter if it gets good light. Need full sun to part sun but should be protected from excessive heat and sun in summer as it will redden with more light exposure. Regular water in summer, keep quite dry in winter. Needs deeper pot and excellent drainage to accommodate the tap root. It is also perfect for the bright windowsill. Frost hardy to -12° C
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Propagation:: Cuttings or (rarely) seeds.
Bibliography
Major references and further lectures
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Heidrun E.K. Hartmann “Illustrated Handbook of Succulent Plants: Aizoaceae A-E” Springer, 2002
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James Cullen, Sabina G. Knees, H. Suzanne Cubey “The European Garden Flora Flowering Plants: A Manual for the Identification of Plants Cultivated in Europe, Both Out-of-Doors” Cambridge University Press, 11/Aug./2011
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Edgar Lamb “The illustrated reference on cacti and other succulents” Blandford Press, 1978
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Doreen Court “Succulent Flora of Southern Africa” CRC Press, 01/giu/2000
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Hermann Jacobsen “Lexicon of succulent plants” Littlehampton Book Services Ltd. 1974
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Hermann Jacobsen “A handbook of succulent plants: descriptions, synonyms, and cultural details for succulents other than Cactaceae” Volume 1 Blandford Press, 1960
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Van Jaarsveld, E.J. & Pienaar, U de Villiers. “Vygies, gems of the veld.” Cactus & Co.2000
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Werner Rauh “The Wonderful World of Succulents: Cultivation and Description of Selected Succulent Plants Other Than Cacti” Smithsonian Institution Press, 1984
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Smith, Gideon F. et al. “Mesembs of The World” Briza Publications, 1998
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Herre, H. “Genera of the Mesembryanthemaceae.” Tafelberg, Cape Town & Johannesburg. 1971.
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