Aloe vera Aloe vera

☠ Toxic to humans

🐾 Toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

ABOUT

Aloe vera is a stemless or short-stemmed plant up to 25-40 inches tall, spreading by offshoots. The leaves are thick and fleshy, green to gray-green, with some varieties showing white spots on the upper and lower surfaces of the stem.
The leaf margin is serrated, with small white denticles. Flowers appear in summer on a spike up to 35 inches tall. Each flower is pendulous, with a yellow tubular corolla 1 inch long.
Aloe vera is a herb with succulent leaves arranged in a rosette shape.
The leaves of aloe vera have special water-storing tissues called parenchyma, which help it tolerate drought well.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Asphodelaceae
- Synonyms
  Aloe vera, Acemannan, Aloe africana, Aloe-coated gloves, Aloe Ferox, Aloe Gel, Aloe Latex, Aloe Leaf Gel, Aloe mucilage, Aloe natalenis, Aloe Perfoliata, Aloe Perryi Baker, Aloe saponaria, Aloe spicata, Barbados aloe, Bitter Aloes, Curaçao aloe
- Common names
  Aloe barbadensis, Aloe vulgaris, Aloe arborescens, Aloe capensis, Aloe barbadensis, Aloe barbadensis var. chinensis, Aloe chinensis, Aloe elongata, Aloe flava, Aloe indica, Aloe lanzae, Aloe maculata, Aloe perfoliata var. vera, Aloe rubescens, Aloe variegata, Aloe vera var. chinensis,
  Aloe vera var. lanzae, Aloe vera var. littoralis, Aloe vulgaris
Toxicity
- To humans
  Aloe vera has potential toxicity, with side effects occurring at some dose levels both when ingested and when applied topically and may cause abdominal cramps and diarrhea which in turn can decrease the absorption of drugs.
- To pets
  Although aloe vera is considered a medicinal plant for humans, its level of toxicity to animals is mild to moderate. If your pet has consumed aloe, he or she may experience vomiting, lethargy, or diarrhea. We recommend seeking veterinary care.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Evergreen
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Yellow, orange
- Height
  40 inches
- Spread
  2 feet
- Plant type
  Succulents
- Hardiness zones
  9
- Native area
  Arabian Peninsula

Benefits

General Benefits
Skin care: Aloe vera gel is a common ingredient in skin care products due to its moisturizing, healing, and anti-inflammatory properties. It can help soothe sunburns, heal wounds and burns, and reduce inflammation in conditions such as acne and eczema.
Digestive health: Aloe vera juice or supplements are used to promote digestive health, as they have been found to help reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and soothe conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ulcers.
Immune system support: Aloe vera contains compounds that have been found to help stimulate the immune system and reduce inflammation, which can support overall health and wellness.
Nutritional value: Aloe vera is a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, and E, as well as calcium, magnesium, and potassium.
Oral health: Aloe vera gel or juice can be used as a natural mouthwash to help promote oral health and reduce inflammation in conditions such as gingivitis and periodontitis.
Hair care: Aloe vera is a common ingredient in hair care products due to its moisturizing and nourishing properties. It can help soothe dry scalp, promote healthy hair growth, and reduce dandruff.
Medical Properties
Aloe vera bioactive compounds are claimed to be very effective in treating various conditions such as burns, allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic fever, indigestion, ulcers, diabetes, skin diseases, dysentery, diarrhea, ulcers and inflammatory diseases of the digestive system.
It is used only as an adjuvant. If you have any of the above conditions, see your doctor for complete treatment!
Air-purifying Qualities
The aloe vera plant is as an air purifier. It absorbs carbon dioxide and saturates the air around it with more oxygen.
Other Uses
Two aloe vera substances, a clear gel and latex, are used to make commercial products.
Aloe gel is commonly used to make topical medicines to treat skin conditions such as burns, wounds, frostbite, rashes, psoriasis, ulcers or dry skin, and is also included in cosmetic products.
Aloe Latex is used alone or made as a product with other ingredients for ingestion to relieve constipation. Aloe latex can be obtained in dried form.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The aloe plant is a favorite in feng shui because it is believed to resonate with healing energy. It is believed to bring good luck and positive energy to your home because the energy it gives off can ward off bad vibes and bad luck.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
Aloe favors Pisces. It brings good luck and cheerful disposition.
Plant Symbolism
Cleopatra attributed aloe vera to her well-groomed, beautiful skin. It has come to symbolize beauty, healing and protection.

💧

Once in 2 weeks

Water

☀️

10000 - 20000 Lux

Light

💦️

40%

Humidity

🪴

Once in 5 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring

Propogation

✂️️

Every Fall

Pruning

Water
It does not need frequent watering. Leaves are great at retaining moisture and preventing the plant from dying from lack of moisture. Even if the topsoil is dry, it is not an indication that the plant needs watering.
From spring to fall, the frequency of watering is 7-10 days. And in winter, you can water once a month.
Light
Aloe vera prefers briht but indirect sunlight. A west or south side of the house is ideal. Aloe that is kept in low light often grows sluggish.
Temperature
The ideal temperature condition for aloe vera should be 68 - 77 °F.. In winter, the temperature should preferably be lowered to 54-60 °F.
Rather resistant to temperature changes plant.
Pruning
In the fall, be sure to carry out sanitary pruning. Remove dry and diseased leaves. Those leaves that have lost their color should also be pruned.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
Aloe vera plants are succulents, so use a well-draining potting mix, such as those made for cacti and succulents. Do not use gardening soil. A good mix should contain perlite, lava rock, chunks of bark, or all three.
Repotting
Young aloe is transplanted every spring. This season is considered the most preferable. It is acceptable to carry out the procedure in the first half of the summer period. In autumn and winter, transplanting that weakens the flower is not practiced.
Succulents older than 5 years are advisable to replant every 2-3 years. The main criterion is the filling of the space of the pot by the roots, compaction of the earth clod.
Humidity & Misting
Under natural natural conditions, this plant lives well in arid desert air, so it does not respond much to the level of humidity around it. Spraying is not necessary.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  All year round
- Outdoor
  Can be taken outside when temperature is 54 - 80 °F.
  Despite the fact that the plant can tolerate temporary drops in temperature down to 40, you should not take risks and take your plant into a warm room in time.
- Hardiness zone
  10 - 13 USDA
Life cycle
In the natural environment, aloe vera blooms annually or even twice a year, starting at age 4. The flowering period lasts from March to May. At home, the plant blooms much less often even with proper care.
According to experts, the flowering period of domestic aloe vera occurs once every 20 years, but if the conditions are close to natural, you can achieve flowering more often.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring
- Aloe Vera is a houseplant that can be propagated at any time of year. However, it is recommended to propagate in early March, when the plant has an active growing phase.
  The fastest and most effective way of propagation is by a leaf.
  A cut leaf is placed in a dark place and kept until the cut is dry. This takes about 5-7 days. The dried cut should be treated with wooden charcoal or ash and placed in moist soil suitable for Aloes to a depth of 1 inch.
  It requires constant watering until roots appear. However, do not over-water the plant, as this can cause the young root to rot and the leaf to die.
  Also, good light and an air temperature of at least 77 °F.