Aloe Vera

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 Aloe Vera a Species of Aloe


Common Name

Kawar Gandal

Burn Aloe 

True Aloe

Aloe vera

Botanical Name

Aloe vera



Information


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.



Tips from Garden Coaches


Aloe is a genus of flowering succulent plants that can be successfully cultivated both outdoors and indoors, and are very easy to maintain.

 


Attract Birds


Aloe vera and other Aloe species attract various types of birds and are generally pollinated by birds. During summer, when the plant blooms, its flowers are often visited by many birds including orioles, mockingbirds, warblers, woodpeckers, and hummingbirds. The nutritious and sweet nectar of aloe vera flowers is a valuable food source for these birds during the summer months.


Name Story


Aloe vera

Its Latin name, aloe vera, is most commonly used, where aloe stems from the word "alloeh" in Arabic, meaning shining and bitter, just like its pulp. It tastes bitter even with its crystal-clear appearance.

True aloe

When people hear the name "true aloe", they all raise the same question. Is there a fake aloe? The "true" in true aloe is not used to identify the authenticity of aloe. Instead, it is derived from its scientific nomenclature where its species epithet, Vera, means "true" or "genuine".

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.


Interesting Facts


When you hear of Aloe vera, you think of gel, facial masks and maybe even aloe yogurt. It is widely used in our daily lives. However, never eat it raw, since it contains aloin, which can cause diarrhea. According to legend, Aloe vera won the favor of Alexander the Great on one of his expeditions for its edible and anti-inflammatory properties. Alexander the Great sustained his soldiers by growing Aloe vera, which was then widely cultivated.


Symbolism


Purity, healing, self-love, immortality.


Characteristics


Lifespan

Perennial


Bloom Time

Spring, Summer


Plant Height

8 to 39 inches

Spread

8 to 20 inches

Flower Size

Inflorescence 2 inch to 4 inches

Habitat

Maritime sands, rocks

Flower Color

YellowOrangeGreen

Leaf Color

GreenGraySilverBlue

Stem Color

Green



Conditions Requirement



Difficulty Rating

Growing Aloe vera is easy as long as you can give them what they need. They are sensitive to certain types of pests and diseases.



Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun



Hardiness

10 ℉



Hardiness Zones

9 to 11



Soil

Sand, Loam, Chalky, Clay, Sandy loam, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline..


Care Guide



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.



Planting Time

Spring, Fall



Propagation

Cutting, Division, Sowing



Potting Suggestions

Both



Pests and Diseases


Fungal diseases; Scale insects, flour bugs..



Scientific classification


Genus

Aloe - Aloe

Family

Asphodelaceae - Asphodel

Order

Asparagales - Asparagus and allies, Agaves, orchids, irises, and allies

Class

Liliopsida - Monocotyledons, Monocots

Phylum

Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes..


Uses


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.

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