Reynolds wrote up the aloes of Madagascar twice. We do not doubt that several more species of Aloe remain to be discovered. It may seem that the figures above give little cause for concern. The effect that this has had on the indigenous plant and animal life is unclear for various, mainly political, reasons, but the most fitting term seems to be 'devastation'. They are beautifully produced, and can be seen at the next meeting.
Several packs are available for purchase, and more can be ordered.
See Jo Smoothy at the meeting. The programme will include a discussion on 'the dynamics of potting', and the competitions are for Rebutia and Agave . If you mix up your own potting mix, could you please bring in a sample to show us, and if you have a particular potting problem, feel free to bring it in, or ask about it. The meeting at Kelburn on 4 th August attracted 34 members and visitors to hear Merv Keighley's talk on caudiciform succulents, and to see his magnificent examples of many and varied 'globs'. Two Aloes in flower were amongst the few exhibits this month.