Aloe vera / P17
Product details
| Management number | 250658506 | Release Date | 2026/09/17 | List Price | US$8.00 | Model Number | 250658506 | ||
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Aloe vera is well-known for its medicinal and ornamental properties, making it a popular choice for gardeners and houseplant enthusiasts alike. The "P17" refers to the pot size, which is approximately 17 cm in diameter, indicating a medium-sized plant that is ready for either immediate display or repotting as needed.
Why we like it:
- Medicinal Uses: Aloe vera gel, derived from the leaves, is widely used for soothing skin irritations and burns, making it a practical plant to have on hand.
- Drought Tolerance: It is highly drought-resistant, requiring minimal watering, which makes it ideal for xeriscaping or low-water gardens.
- Easy Care: This succulent is very low maintenance, requiring only occasional watering and moderate sunlight.
What to know:
- Lighting: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Direct, harsh sun can scorch the leaves, so some shade or filtered light is beneficial.
- Watering: Water deeply but infrequently. The soil should be allowed to dry out completely between waterings.
- Soil: Requires well-drained, sandy or gritty soil. Use a cactus or succulent potting mix if growing in containers.
- Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions but is not frost-hardy. If temperatures drop below freezing, the plant should be moved indoors or protected.
- Feeding: Feed with a diluted fertilizer designed for succulents during the spring and summer growing season, if at all.
Plant Characteristics:
- Leaves: Thick, fleshy leaves with a green to grey-green color, sometimes spotted or with slight white flecks.
- Flower: Aloe vera plants can bloom in summer, producing tall flower spikes with yellow tubular flowers, although flowering is rare in cooler climates.
Height and Spread
Mature plants can grow about 60-100 cm tall and spread out to 60-100 cm wide, depending on their environment and care.
Aloe vera is a versatile and hardy plant that can enhance both indoor and outdoor spaces. Its ease of care, combined with its utility in skincare and health, makes it a favored choice among many plant enthusiasts. Whether you're looking to start a garden of medicinal plants or simply want a low-maintenance succulent, Aloe vera is an excellent choice.
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