Medicine Plant

Medicine Plant
Aloe vera

Liliaceae

Fleshy leaves which grow in a whorl; small spines on the leaf margin; spike flowers which are not important; succulent. Allow soil to dry between waterings; bright light but not full sun is best; add sand to soil to improve drainage.

Plant Form or Habit: curved

Plant Use: pot plant

Exposure: high

Flower Color: White, not important

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 2 feet

Width: 2 feet

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: low