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0Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f.
- Common name
- Aloe vera4
- Taxonomy
- Family: Asphodelaceae · Genus: Aloe1
- Native distribution
- Africa, Australia, Caribbean, Europe & Northern Asia (excluding China), Middle America, North America, Oceania, South America, Southern Asia, Omanuncertain3
- Synonyms
- 2
25 synonyms
- Aloe barbadensis Mill.
- Aloe barbadensis chinensis
- Aloe barbadensis chinensis Haw.
- Aloe chinensis Loudon
- Aloe chinensis Steud. ex Baker
- Aloe elongata Murray
- Aloe flava Pers.
- Aloe humilis Blanco
- Aloe indica Royle
- Aloe lanzae Tod.
- Aloe maculata Forssk.
- Aloe perfoliata barbadensis
- Aloe perfoliata vera
- Aloe perfoliata barbadensis (Mill.) Aiton
- Aloe perfoliata vera L.
- Aloe rubescens DC.
- Aloe variegata Forssk.
- Aloe vera chinensis (Haw.) A.Berger
- Aloe vera lanzae
- Aloe vera littoralis
- Aloe vera chinensis (Loudon) Baker
- Aloe vera lanzae Baker
- Aloe vera littoralis J.Koenig
- Aloe vera littoralis J.Koenig ex Baker
- Aloe vulgaris Lam.
Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. It is widely distributed and is considered an invasive species in many regions of the world.
Still missing: plant type, natural habitat, height / growth form, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (8)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Aloe vera · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – distributions (Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS); Catalogue of Life) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
- Wikidata – Q80079 · CC0
- Wikimedia Commons – Starr 011104-0040 Aloe vera.jpg · CC BY 3.0
- Wikipedia (hu) – Orvosi aloé · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wikipedia (de) – Echte Aloe · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wikipedia (en) – Aloe vera · CC BY-SA 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature8 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Aloe tip: Many species flower in winter; the leaf latex (aloin) is toxic to pets.
Aloe vera – what to know
Aloe vera – family: Asphodelaceae, genus: Aloe. Native range: Africa, Australia, Caribbean, Europe & Northern Asia (excluding China), Middle America, North America, Oceania, South America, Southern Asia, Oman. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 8 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Aloe vera?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Aloe vera need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Aloe vera get?
Keep it above 8 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Aloe vera toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
When does Aloe vera flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Aloe: Typical flowering time: January, February, March.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Questions about this species
Aloe
Data sources: GBIF.org – Aloe vera (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q80079 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – Starr 011104-0040 Aloe vera.jpg (CC BY 3.0) · Wikipedia – Orvosi aloé (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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