
Aloe vera
A species of Aloe, Also known as True aloe, Chinese aloe, Barbados aloe, Burn aloe Botanical name : Aloe vera Genus : Aloe
Aloe vera, A species of Aloe
Also known as:
True aloe, Chinese aloe, Barbados aloe, Burn aloe
Botanical name: Aloe vera
Genus: Aloe


Description

Aloe vera is an evergreen succulent species native to the Arabian Peninsula. The thick leaves are filled with gooey flesh that stores water for survival in its native desert territories. Aloe vera has become a popular houseplant and is also incorporated into a wide range of cosmetics and skin-care products.
Plant Type
Succulent
Habitat
Maritime sands, rocks
Flower Color
Yellow
Green
Orange
Leaf Color
Green
Toxic
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People often ask


General Info

Name story
Aloe vera
True aloe
Barbados aloe||Chinese aloe||Mediterranean aloe
When you realize that Aloe vera is being called differently based on different geographical locations, you might wonder about the plant's origin. In fact, it did not originate from Barbados, China, or even the Mediterranean. It actually originated from the Arabian Peninsula, but nobody calls it Arabian aloe.
Symbolism
Purity, healing, self-love, immortality
Usages
Beauty Improvement Value
Aloe vera can be used directly for beauty treatment. It can tighten, soften, and moisturize skin and diminish inflammation.
Garden Use
Aloe vera is an iconic piece found in rock and succulent gardens all over the world. Its interesting shape and verdant color have won this plant an Award of Garden Merit, which has only made it even more popular. Aloe vera is typically grown near other low-water plants, such as cacti or other succulents, or in pots as a standalone. It works great as a specimen plant in a rock garden or in containers.

Care Guide for Aloe vera


Water
Aloe vera's soil should dry completely between watering. It grows best if planted in a porous pot with a drainage hole so the soil can dry between water additions. Watering is considered one of the most difficult parts of owning this plant. The top third portion of the potting soil should dry out before any water addition, and the plant should be watered twice as frequently in the spring as in the winter.

Fertilization
Fertilization once in spring.

Pruning
Trim the diseased, withered leaves once a month.

Potting Suggestions
Both




Scientific Classification

Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Asphodel Genus
Aloe Species
Aloe vera