This succulent has medicinal properties and it’s a great addition to any houseplant collection.
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Aloe Vera is a popular succulent with medicinal properties.
In the right conditions,indoor aloe Vera plants can live for up to 12 years.
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Keep reading for the care requirements to keep your aloe Vera plant happy and healthy.
However, its still important to give the succulent the right conditions to ensure it thrives.
Light
Aloe Vera plants prefer bright, indirect light.
Just be sure to keep the plant out of direct sun as too much light can burn the leaves.
Placing the succulent in south- or west-facing windows is best to ensure it gets the right amount of light.
As with many succulents, aloe Vera plants dont like too much water.
(About 40% humidity is a great way to the keep the plant happy.)
If using a liquid fertilizer, a 10-40-10 mix is ideal to give your plant the right nutrients.
Yes, you’re free to eat parts of the aloe vera plant.
This includes both the gel inside the plant and the skins of the leaves as well.
While aloe vera can have medicinal properties for humans, it’s not so safe for pets.
Aloe vera can have mild to moderate toxicity levels for cats and dogs when eaten.
