Aloe lateritia var. graminicola
Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae
What it is like
A succulent herb. It only has a short stem 50 cm long and it forms suckers.
Also put in the family Aloaceae. Also put in the family Asphodelaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. Brisbane Botanical gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Australia, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya
How it is used for food
The roots are pounded and added to beer to increase fermentation. The leaves have sharp teeth.
Edible parts
Root
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed or suckers.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Aloe graminicola Reynolds; Aloe solaiana Christian;