Aloe Vera

Aloe Barbadensis Miller

An evergreen perennial that is a part of the genus Aloe family. It originates in the Arabian Peninsula, but is now grown across the globe, mainly in tropical areas. It is even known as an invasive species in many areas.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

As a tropical plant, aloe can be a very simple plant to maintain in almost any climate. It does prefer a warmer climate, so if you are growing in an area that has a mild to rough winter I suggest growing the plant in a pot in order to easily transfer the plant during colder times.

Watering the plant about once a week or two, or whenever the soil is dry, makes daily up keep minimal and simple. During the fall and winter months it may even be about once a month! You can also use succulent fertilizer about once a month if the plant begins to droop and feel too soft to touch. It does enjoy it's sun so make sure to give enough sunlight as possible when indoors, and rotate it often in order to allow the whole plant to get it!

MEDICINAL USES

• Burns

• Rashes Including: Eczema, Poison Oak, and Poison Ivy

• Stings and Bites

• Lowers blood sugar

• Helps with Arthritis

• Prevents Wrinkles

• Digestive Tract Stimulation

PRECAUTIONS

• Slight laxative, but to some may cause diarrhea when ingested.

• Always do a small test before application as some may have a reaction