Aloe is a genus containing over 650 species of flowering succulent plants. The most widely known species is Aloe vera, or “true aloe”. It is called this because it is cultivated as the standard source for assorted pharmaceutical purposes.
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Flowers – Candelabra Aloe
Aloe Arborescens commonly known as the Candelabra plant is an evergreen perennial succulent. Flowers are arranged in a type of inflorescence called a raceme. The racemes are not branched but two to several can sprout from each rosette. Flowers are cylindrical in shape and are a vibrant red-orange color. Found this in Santa Monica, California.
Succulent Garden
Spotted a Japanese style Zen garden with succulents in Santa Monica, California
Succulents at the Oceanfront
Agave and other succulents line walkways along the Palisades Park, Santa Monica, California
Spring – Texture of a Different Kind
This succulent plant seems to be thriving with the advent of Spring
Texture of a Different Kind
Nature Designs in Green
Nature Designs in Green
The natural symmetry of this succulent reflects the marvel of nature’s designs. The lonely brown leaf adds contrast against the green plant.