Aloe Vera care guide
Aloe barbadensis miller
Short version: bright light with some direct sun, and water deeply but only when bone-dry (2–4 weeks). The full care profile is below, and it is the same data PlantRx uses to build this plant's watering schedule inside the app.
Aloe Vera care at a glance
| Light | Bright light with some direct sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Deeply but only when bone-dry (2–4 weeks) |
| Soil | Sandy cactus mix |
| Humidity | Low |
| Temperature | 55–81°F |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets if eaten |
How often should you water an Aloe Vera?
Deeply but only when bone-dry (2–4 weeks). That is the single thing most likely to kill it — more houseplants die from the watering can than from anything else. In PlantRx, saving this plant to your garden turns that line into a dated reminder that shifts with your local forecast.
How much light does an Aloe Vera need?
Bright light with some direct sun. Keep the soil (sandy cactus mix) and humidity (low) matched to that, and hold the room between 55–81°F.
Is Aloe Vera safe for cats and dogs?
Toxic to pets if eaten. PlantRx gives three separate verdicts — people, dogs and cats — on every plant it reads. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice: if an animal or child has eaten any part of a plant, call a vet or a poison line rather than relying on an app.
Grower's note
Wrinkled, thin leaves mean thirsty; mushy brown base means overwatered.
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