Origin and Habitat: South Africa (Western and Northern Cape from near Genadendal in the south to the Bokkeveld Mountains near Nieuwoudtville in the north)
Habitat: Aloe mitriformis (perfoliata) is a mountain and winter rainfall species that grows at altitudes of 3,925-4,920 ft (1,200-1,500 m). Plants are found characteristically among rubble-like sandstone slabs and granite outcrops, rocky ridges and lower slopes. In its natural habitat, the plants have long and creeping stems that often have secondary side shoots along their lengths. Instead of making upright stems, they tend to follow a sprawling habit with prostrate stems reaching up to 6.5 ft (2 m) long. They typically lie along the ground with only the terminal leaf-bearing portion erect. It occurs mostly in groups and also may grow down vertical cliffs.

Cultivation and Propagation: Very commonly encountered, it is a resistant plant that usually does not give many problems in cultivation, and many people grow it without giving it a name. It is a particularly fast-growing, tough and adaptable species. Full sun for a good coloration of its decorative leaves and for flourishing well, light shade tolerated. Abundant irrigation at time of growth. The plants favour mild to hot summers. They can resist some cold and occasional snow in the rainy season although the frosts produce wounds and burns that disfigure their aspect. Needs protection only against severe frost. The leaf tips get damaged below 28°F (-2°C).
Grow it in light, fertile, well-drained, moderate soils, with a slightly acidic pH (5-6). .
Plant in rock gardens and flower pots. Also suitable for coastal planting.
It is a profusely suckering species, and one plant can eventually cover a large area. The plant in itself is very tough and can survive often for several seasons without water, at which point the leaves turn a reddish colour, a sign generally associated with stress.
Maintenance:: Removal of old flower stalks; Divide the crowded clumps periodically. During the winter months, the plants should be grown cool to initiate flower development, about 41-50°F (5-10°C).
Reproduction: By division of offshoots that develop around the outside of the main rosette in spring or by seed. The best results are achieved by simply making stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to dry for a few days and insert into river sand and keep moist. The roots appear after about two weeks. Seeds must be sown as fresh as possible. Fresh seeds germinate quickly at 64°F (18°C).