Aloidendron pillansii
Aloidendron pillansii (L.Guthrie) Klopper & Gideon F.Sm.
Aloidendron pillansii is a tree-forming, solitary species with lanceolate and tapering leaves arranged in dense rosettes. It is recorded from Cape Provinces and Namibia. [2]
Main characteristics
| Habit and stem | Arborescent and usually solitary, with the stem reaching at least 10 m in height. [1] |
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| Leaves | The lanceolate-attenuate leaves are arranged in dense rosettes and measure 50–60 cm long and 10–12 cm wide. [1] |
| Leaf colour and surface | The leaves are grey-green to brownish-green. [1] |
| Inflorescence | The inflorescence spreads horizontally and has up to 50 branches. The racemes are upturned and cylindrical. The flowers are laxly arranged. Inflorescence length is about 50 cm. [1] |
| Flowers | The perianth is yellow. The perianth narrows slightly toward the mouth. [1] |
Distribution
Recorded from Cape Provinces and Namibia. [2]
Habitat
Occurs on rocky slopes in a hot arid climate. [1]
Classification and nomenclature
Accepted name
Aloidendron pillansii (L.Guthrie) Klopper & Gideon F.Sm.
Protologue
Phytotaxa 76: 9 (2013) [2]
Principal references
- Carter, S., Lavranos, J.J., Newton, L.E. & Walker, C.C. (2011). Aloes: The Definitive Guide. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
- World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP).
Update
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