{"product_id":"aloe-vera-copy-3-pot","title":"Aloe barbadensis - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAloe Vera is a clump-forming succulent prized across India for the soothing clear gel inside its thick, spiky, blue-green leaves. Native to the Arabian Peninsula and naturalised throughout dry tropical regions, it forms a rosette of upright, serrated-edged blades and occasionally sends up tubular yellow flower spikes. Almost indestructible, it stores water in its leaves and tolerates heat, drought and poor soil. Grown widely as a windowsill and balcony plant, it is valued for skin and hair care, easy propagation through offsets, and its reputation as an auspicious, low-maintenance houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsphodelaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArabian Peninsula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThick, fleshy, serrated grey-green succulent leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow to orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer (occasional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical, arid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect to full sun; some afternoon shade in peak summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSparingly; soak then let soil dry fully between waterings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, fast-draining cactus\/succulent mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–35°C; protect from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; dislikes damp, humid air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDilute balanced feed once in spring\/monsoon, rarely needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove dried or damaged outer leaves at the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2–3 years or when crowded with offsets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparate offsets (pups) from the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale, root rot from overwatering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to cats and dogs if ingested (latex)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Leaf gel is widely used for skin, burns and hair care; also a decorative, auspicious succulent for sunny windowsills and balconies.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In India keep it on a bright balcony and water far less during the monsoon to avoid root rot; bring under cover in heavy rain.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Aloe Vera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater deeply only when the soil is completely dry, roughly every 1–2 weeks in summer and far less in monsoon and winter. Overwatering is the main killer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Aloe Vera need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt loves bright light and tolerates several hours of direct sun, but protect it from harsh afternoon sun in peak summer to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Aloe Vera safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaf latex is toxic to cats and dogs and can cause vomiting and lethargy if chewed, so keep it out of their reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Aloe Vera indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, near a bright sunny window. With too little light it grows pale and leggy, so give it the brightest spot you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Aloe Vera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGently separate the small offsets (pups) that form at the base, let the cut dry a day, then pot them in gritty succulent mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my Aloe leaves turning brown or mushy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMushy, translucent leaves indicate overwatering or root rot; brown, dry tips usually mean underwatering or sunburn. Adjust accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat soil is best for Aloe Vera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fast-draining cactus or succulent mix with added sand or perlite, in a pot with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the gel directly from the plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany people apply the fresh inner gel to skin, but do a patch test first and avoid using the yellow latex layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I repot Aloe Vera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery 2–3 years or sooner if it is crowded with pups or roots fill the pot. Use the next size up with fresh mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Aloe Vera need fertilizer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery little. A dilute balanced feed once in the growing season (spring\/monsoon) is plenty; it thrives in lean soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256048845046,"sku":"PLT-ALOEVERACOPY-P03-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/P0BgdAHE52HsqDoCe9gf1vc6V0WpcY6bieqIsFLi.jpg?v=1783920144","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/aloe-vera-copy-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}