Low
3 of 3 (100%)
Species
Aloe vera
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Barbados aloe
- Plant type
- Succulent
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Offset
- Native range
- Arid regions of Africa
- Toxic to pets
- Mildly toxic
- Toxic to people
- Mildly toxic
- public plants
- 3 public plants
- collectors
- 3 collectors
At a glance
What Aloe vera is
Aloe vera is a succulent that keeps its leaves in an upright, rosette formation. The thick, fleshy foliage stores water to help the plant survive in dry conditions.
Living with this plant is straightforward. You will find it prefers a spot in full sun where you can leave the soil mostly dry between waterings.
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- Rank
- Species
- Most common light
- Full sun
- Most common watering
- Low
- Most common temperature
- Warm
- Most common humidity
- Low
The plant contains anthraquinone glycosides which can cause gastrointestinal distress if ingested.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
Timeline
People and Aloe vera
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Ancient times
Early recognition
People in arid regions of Africa and the surrounding areas identified this plant for its resilient properties. It became a staple in early botanical documentation.
- 17th century
Global spread
As trade routes expanded, the plant travelled to the Caribbean and other tropical regions. It became naturalized in these new environments quickly.
- Modern day
Home cultivation
You likely keep this plant as an indoor companion today. You can multiply your collection by separating the small offsets that grow at the base of the parent plant.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Care consensus
What collectors actually do
Aggregated from 3 public items across collecto.rs.
Full sun
2 of 3 (67%)
Warm
3 of 3 (100%)
Low
3 of 3 (100%)
Collectors
People growing Aloe vera
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Questions
Frequently asked about Aloe vera
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Aloe vera?
Aloe vera is a species in the Aloe genus. Commonly known as Barbados aloe, a succulent, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Arid regions of Africa.
How do you care for Aloe vera?
Across public collections on collecto.rs, the most common care setup for Aloe vera is Full sun light, low watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity.
How rare is Aloe vera?
Aloe vera is rare on collecto.rs — fewer than five public collectors currently track it. Add yours to be one of the first.
What else is Aloe vera called?
Aloe vera is also known as Aloe vera, Aloe vera var. lanzae, Aloe littoralis, Aloe barbadensis var. chinensis, and Aloe vulgaris.
Where can I see real photos of Aloe vera?
Browse public Aloe vera collections on collecto.rs to see photos uploaded by the people growing it. Each item links to the collector's profile, with notes, acquisition date, and growth photos.
Can I track my own Aloe vera on collecto.rs?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your Aloe vera, upload photos, track care notes, and connect with other Aloe vera collectors. Your collection stays private by default; you choose what to make public.