The name "Aloe vera" stands for the entire genus Aloe in common usage. However, this consists of several hundred species, which include ornamental, useful and medicinal plants that look different. With the exception of the real aloe (also Aloe barbadensis Miller), the wild aloes are protected species.
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Origin and history
Aloe vera was already used as a medicinal plant in antiquity. Its leaves were mainly used for skin care and the treatment of skin diseases. Nowadays, aloe vera is ubiquitous as a component of many cosmetic products, but also on the ingredient lists of various foods.
Aloe vera is because of her origin from the desert regions of Africa a robust and frugal one plant. The growing areas extend from Europe through Africa and Asia to Central America. In Germany, the frost-sensitive aloe vera is used as a houseplant for the sunny Location cultivated.
Plant portrait
Characteristic features of real aloe are:
- lanceolate, smooth-glossy leaves tapering to a point and thorny on the edge,
- rosette-shaped arrangement of the leaves,
- spreading, trunkless growth,
- tall inflorescences with yellow, red or orange flowers,
- Height and width of approx. 30-60 cm.
care and multiplication
Aloe vera can be grown all year round at normal room temperature. A bright location and more permeable is important floor. The leaf succulent needs little water and hardly fertilizer. The regular one Repot The warmth-loving plant benefits from fresh soil and a summer stay outdoors. From the age of about three years, the plants form offshoots that lead to Multiplication can be used.
Tips
The regular one To harvest the uses of the leaves are twofold. On the one hand, the gel obtained from it can be used for skin and hair care. On the other hand, the aloe plant is rejuvenated by cutting off the outer leaves. New leaves grow back from the center of the plant.
