Aloe vera
Aloe vera · Aloes · Asphodel family
Also known as: True Aloe · Medicinal Aloe
Easy30–60cmNot pet-safeEdible
Aloe vera care at a glance
Aloe vera (Aloe vera) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 13–27 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 13–27 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Aloe vera
Possible pests on Aloe vera include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Aloe rust and Leaf spot. Aloe vera is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Aphids Low
- Scale insects Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
- Aloe rust Medium
- Leaf spot Low
Toxicity
- Anthraquinone glycosides Low
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Frequently asked questions about Aloe vera
- Which pests affect Aloe vera?
- Possible pests on Aloe vera include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Aloe vera?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Aloe rust and Leaf spot.
- Is Aloe vera toxic to cats and dogs?
- Aloe vera is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Aloe vera need?
- Aloe vera has a low water requirement.
- What light does Aloe vera need?
- Aloe vera prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Aloe vera frost-hardy?
- Aloe vera is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.
- Can you eat Aloe vera?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves.