Succulent Aloe Types

Succulent aloe types

When it comes to determining Aloe, the main feature that sets them apart is the shape and the flesh of the leaves. Aloe leaves are thick and fleshy, triangle-shaped. The color can be light to dark green and Aloe are generally smaller in size compared to Agave leaves.

What are the four types of aloes?

Aloe varieties: How many aloe types are there?
The most beautiful aloe species. Aloe vera. Aloe arborescens. Aloe aristata. Aloe polyphylla. Aloe ferox. Aloe variegata. Aloe mitriformis. Aloe plicatilis. Aloe aculeata.

Is there a difference between Aloe barbadensis and aloe vera?

There are at least 420 different plant species of Aloe. Aloe vera specifically refers to the Aloe barbadensis Miller plant, which is the most common form used in Aloe-based products.

How do you care for a succulent aloe plant?

Aloe vera can grow indoors and outdoors, but if you're growing it inside, make sure to put it in a spot where it will get plenty of sunlight. South- or west-facing windows are ideal. You'll also need to water your aloe plant regularly, about once per week or when the soil is dry to the touch.

Is it OK to use aloe vera straight from the plant?

Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that's been used to treat various health conditions for thousands of years. It's usually safe to use also vera directly from the plant or you can buy it in gel form.

Does aloe like full sun or shade?

Before you buy an aloe, note that you'll need a location that offers bright, indirect sunlight (or, artificial sunlight). However, the plant doesn't appreciate sustained direct sunlight, as this tends to dry out the plant too much and turn its leaves yellow.

How can I tell if my aloe plant is male or female?

The female acts like a mother plant and sprouts new babies on a pretty regular basis, and the leaves tend to be smaller and thinner; the male plants will grow larger, their leaves becoming longer and thicker.

Can you use all types of aloe vera plants?

There are more than 300 varieties of aloes. However, not all of them have the properties and benefits that are known when talking about Aloe Vera. Only three or four species of this plant contain the well known and widespread medicinal and healing properties.

Which aloe is most medicinal?

The most widely used medicinal plant is Aloe vera, Aloe barbadensis.

How long do aloe succulents live?

How long can aloe live? With proper care, indoor aloe plants can live up to 12 years, give or take. Larger, outdoor varieties have been known to live well over two decades.

Should I mist my aloe plant?

Just avoid misting your Aloe vera – it doesn't need it & could rot out. If the leaves have gotten dirty & dusty, you can spray them off with water once or twice a year. Just avoid doing this in winter.

How often do you water aloe succulents?

Generally speaking, plan to water your aloe plant about every 2-3 weeks in the spring and summer and even more sparingly during the fall and winter. One rule of thumb for fall and winter watering is to roughly double the amount of time between waterings (as compared to your summer watering schedule).

Can you break off a piece of aloe and plant it?

You can break off a piece of aloe and plant it, as long as it contains a portion of the stem. However this will only work in an ideal environment. It's best to take proper cuttings, rather than breaking them off, and let them fully cure (dry out) first.

Do aloe plants like tight pots?

The proper size pot for an aloe plant will allow 1 to 2 inches of clearance on each side of the plant. When it begins to grow larger or shows signs of struggling, such as yellowing leaves, it's time to move it to a bigger home.

Can you cut off a piece of aloe and plant it?

Many people ask, “Can I grow an aloe plant from a leaf cutting?” You can, but the most successful method of aloe plant propagation is from offsets or “pups” with resulting plants almost immediately.

When should you repot an aloe plant?

Aloe vera tends to need repotting every two to five years, but this depends on the age of the plant and its soil. Your plant will probably need to change pots once you notice it growing more slowly, or once the offshoots reach the edge of the pot.

What does an overwatered aloe plant look like?

You'll know your aloe plant is being overwatered when the leaves develop what are called water-soaked spots that look soggy and soft. It's almost as though the entire leaf becomes saturated with water, then it turns to mush.

How do I know if my aloe plant needs water?

Simply insert your finger into the soil up to the second knuckle. If it is dry, water the plant. If it is still moist, wait a few days. Also, check the irrigation holes to see if the soil is mush and retaining too much moisture.

Why does my aloe have so many pups?

Like most succulents, aloe tends to produce more pups when the plant is slightly crowded in the pot. If you repot your aloe, make sure the new pot is only slightly larger.

Do you cut aloe from top or bottom?

It's always better to harvest leaves from the bottom of the plant first. These are the older leaves and will be thicker. Cut leaves retain scars, so if you snip a tip of a leaf, you'll wind up with a brown-tipped leaf. After cutting the leaf, hold it over a small bowl to let the yellowish latex drip out.