Aloe vera has been widely grown as an ornamental plant. The species is popular with modern gardeners as a putatively medicinal plant and due to its interesting flowers, form and succulence. This succulence enables the species to survive in areas of low natural rainfall, making it ideal for rockeries and other low-water use gardens.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloe_vera#Cultivation
An aloe vera plant typically lives for about 5 to 25 years, depending on its care and environment.
believe it or not the scientific name of the aloe vera plant, or medicinal aloe, is "aloe vera"
Because the sap of the plant is used in a lot of skin care products.
The ALoe Vera plant is sometimes called Agave, a species of which is also call Century Plant.
The scientific name for aloe vera is actually Aloe vera.This is for the common succulent that is used widely for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.Other species of aloe plants exist all over the world, and their taxonomy can be found athttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloe_vera#Taxonomy_and_etymology
No. Aloe is a genus of plants with about 150 different species, of which Aloe vera, also known as Aloe barbadensis is one. The emolient substance derived from the plant is commonly referred to simply as aloe, but the commercial products made from this substance are usually call "aloe vera".In any case Aloe vera and Aloe barbadensis are the two taxonomical names for this plant, but Aloe Vera is the only one used as a common name.
no it is a natural product from the Aloe vera plant
Yes, the aloe vera plant is toxic to cats and can cause gastrointestinal issues if ingested.
To effectively care for an aloe vera plant indoors, place it in a sunny spot, water it sparingly, and ensure the soil drains well. Avoid overwatering and provide occasional fertilization. Trim dead leaves and repot as needed.
To care for an aloe vera plant indoors, place it in a sunny spot, water it sparingly, and ensure the soil drains well. Avoid overwatering and provide occasional fertilizer. Trim off any dead leaves and repot as needed.
An aloe vera plant can typically live for several years before it needs to be replaced or rejuvenated. It is important to monitor the health of the plant and provide proper care to ensure its longevity.
Yes, aloe vera plants are toxic to cats if ingested.