Aloe vera (Aloe vera)
Aloe vera, also known as Chinese aloe, Wand of heaven, Burn aloe
Aloe vera, an evergreen succulent from the Arabian Peninsula, has become a favored houseplant. Its thick, fleshy leaves retain water, aiding its survival in desert environments. Aloe vera is extensively used in various cosmetics and skin-care products for its beneficial properties.
Key Facts About Aloe vera
Attributes of Aloe vera
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Succulent, Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 1 m
Spread
20 cm to 50 cm
Leaf Color
Green Gray Silver Blue
Flower Size
5 cm to 10 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Orange Green
Scientific Classification of Aloe vera
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Asphodel
Genus
Aloe
Species
Aloe vera
Toxicity
ingestion, skin contact