Tiger Tooth Aloe or Crocodile Aloe
Aloe juvenna
Family: Asphodelaceae (formerly Xanthorrhoeaceae, subfamily Asphodeloideae)Native: KenyaIdentified: Aug 13, 2025
This plant is a small, offsets-forming succulent with lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. The leaf margins are typically reddish and adorned with soft, reddish teeth, giving it a distinctive 'crocodile' or 'alligator' skin appearance.
Learn more about Tiger Tooth Aloe or Crocodile Aloe in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
This succulent thrives in well-draining soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, and reduce watering in cooler months. It is drought-tolerant and sensitive to overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Protect from frost.