Aloe Vera
Aloe vera (L.) Burm.f.
Family: AsphodelaceaeNative: Arabian Peninsula
A succulent plant species with thick, fleshy, green leaves that fan out from a central stem. The leaves are often serrated with small white teeth along the margins. This specific specimen appears to be slightly etiolated (stretched) due to low light conditions.
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Place in bright, indirect sunlight or direct sun. Use well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.