Aloe vera is a popular houseplant and the gel from the leaves can be used as a skin care product.
Aloe vera (scientific name) Aloe barbadensis miller) is native to Africa, Madagascar and the Arabian peninsula.
Aloe vera leaves grow from the base of the plant, are thick, succulent and have soft spines at the edge. Aloe vera grows to stick, usually taking 3-4 years to reach its maximum size. At maturity, aloe vera can be 30-60 cm tall and blooms in late spring or early summer.
Aloe vera adds green color to the space and acts as a medicine. Image: The Spruce
Here are some suggestions when caring for aloe vera plants.
The light
Aloe vera needs a lot of soft light. Strong sunlight can cause the surface of the tree to burn.
Land
Aloe vera needs well-draining soil. You can use a cactus potting mix or mix the soil with coarse sand and perlite. Soil pH should be between 7.0 and 8.5.
Country
Aloe vera can tolerate drought but still likes to be watered regularly. You should wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. If thirsty for too long, the leaves will shrink and wrinkle. They recover when they are full of water, but if the lack of water is continuous for a long time, the plant will turn yellow and even die.
In the rainy and cold seasons, homeowners should reduce the amount of watering aloe vera so that the tree does not die.
Temperature and humidity
Aloe vera grows best in conditions from 13 to 30 degrees Celsius. The plant does not tolerate frost.
Fertilizer
Aloe vera does not need fertile soil. You just need to fertilize your aloe vera houseplant fertilizer once a year in the spring.
Place to put
You can put the aloe vera pot on the windowsill, balcony or bright kitchen.
Warning
Aloe vera can be a remedy for people, but it can be toxic to dogs and cats if they eat it.
Minh Trang
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