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Aloe vera

Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f. · Asphodelaceae

Toxic to pets Also known as Barbados aloe, True aloe, Medicinal aloe

Pet safety

Toxic to pets. Toxic to cats. Toxic to dogs. Toxic to horses.

Clinical signs: Vomiting (not horses), lethargy, diarrhea. The gel is considered edible.

Source: ASPCA, matched at species level.

Care

  • LightBright indirect – Direct sun
  • WaterLet dry fully between waterings
  • HumidityLow
  • Temperature13°C – 27°C
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilCactus / succulent mix
  • FertilizingLightly, growing season only

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 30–60 cm
  • In the wild 0.6–1 m
  • Habit
    • Rosette
    • Upright
  • Growth rateSlow

Common problems

  • Mealybugs
  • Scale
  • Root rot
  • Spider mites

Propagation

  • Offsets / pups
  • Leaf cutting

Sources