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Rusev917 on
July 5, 2017
Sofia,BulgariaQ.Aloe Barbadensis Miller
Dear Sir or Madam, Please find attached photos of Aloe Vera plant which is growing at home. Could you please advise me if it is Aloe Barbadensis Miller and how can I know if it is good for consumption (making a drink)? Thank you in advance and kind regards, Yordan Rusev
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 7, 2017A.There are actually about 550 species of Aloe Vera plants.
The scientific name of aloe vera is Aloe Barbadensis Miller.Two Types of Aloe Vera
It arrives in two important varieties. the first is the green one and the second is the blue one.Each of the species have nearly the same therapeutic benefits and effects, however, the rise time is various.
Blue Aloe Vera takes to develop around three years and Green Aloe Vera takes to develop around four or five years. The most typical and prevalent species of aloe is Aloe Barbadensis Miller or Aloe Vera.Was this answer useful?00
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Anonymous on
July 10, 2017Q.Aloe Plant
Hello, we've been trying to figure out what type of aloe plant this is. It was given as a gift and is very pretty so we want to make sure we are caring for it properly. Thanks so much!
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 11, 2017A.Looks like this could be a variety of Tiger Aloe, and yours is particularly stunning! This article will give you some tips on growing Tiger Aloe plants:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/caring-for-tiger-aloe.htm
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Anonymous on
July 14, 2017Q.Small aloe plants to send to customers
Hello! We run an entrepreneur training program for young adults, and as part of their welcome package, we'd like to send them a small container (tad bigger than a dixie cup), a small bag soil, and seeds. This will teach them the value of taking consistent action every day to grow their business. Here are the variables: 1. Must be able to grow indoors, maybe even at a cubicle 2. Daily watering is fine, the more frequent the better to teach the lesson (but not a super high priority) 3. Can't completely outgrow it's container We were thinking Aloe plants would work, is that advisable? Something that could actually use would be great, even a vegetable, herb, etc... Thanks! Jack
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 14, 2017A.What a worthwhile project!
Aloe Vera plant seeds would be the wrong choice though. It is very difficult to germinate Aloe plants from seed. They need very specific temperatures and it can take up to 8 months for seedlings to be of any size recognizable as a plant.
Also though germination of seeds does not require light in most cases. All seedlings need light, though it will vary from plant type.
Here are some articles that have more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/cheap-seed-starting-how-to-germinate-seeds-at-home.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/when-to-start-seeds.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Jake317 on
August 1, 2017
MinneapolisQ.Aloe Vera thin and yellow
My baby aloe veras have almost no roots because they had root rot, so I had to cut most of it off. I transplanted them about a week ago and the leaves are turning yellow and thin. I don't know how to fix this :( They are not in direct sunlight, they have good sandy drainage, and I haven't watered them yet. Their color is really dull but the photo may make it look different. Thanks for help :)
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Downtoearthdigs on
August 12, 2017A.We did not receive an image.
If they suffered root rot and have little root system they may take a long time to recover and may not recover.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
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Tania on
August 11, 2017
Long Island, New YorkQ.Aloe plant
problem of the darkening, wrinkled leaves. The plant was cut at the base of its stem and transplanted to proper cactus soil several months ago Furthermore, mentioning that new growth has been emerging from the top even as the lower leaves shrivel and dry up.
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Downtoearthdigs on
August 14, 2017A.Dividing an Aloe is a great way to start plants, but people often neglect to let the end of the pup plant callous over. This step helps prevent the plant from rotting in the soil.
The darkening leaves are from root rot.
Keep moisture to a minimum.Was this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
August 12, 2017Q.Aloe Vera
I have had an aloe vera plant for a couple years now and it's been thriving! Until lately I noticed it was starting to get loopy and fall over. I thought it needed a bigger pot but when I went to transplant it it's root system was almost nonexistent!! What did I do wrong?? I planted it in a pot that has a drain, with sandy soil. I didn't keep it wet or anything...
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 14, 2017A.Aloe Vera plants have a horizontal root system and do best in a small, wide pot. Increasing the post size can lead to root rot and the loss of your plant.
The droopy plant or leggy plant could have been due to lack of light or simply the plant needed to be divided. Over watering can also lead to yellowing and droopy leaves.
Here are some links to refresh you on the care requirements.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/aloe-vera-plant-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/dividing-aloe-plants.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
LIONDOWNN on
August 27, 2017
WESTBURY NY (LONG ISLAND, NASSAU COUNTY)Q.ALOE PLANT
I HAVE AN ALOE PLANT FOR OVER 14 YEARS. IT IS VERY LARGE AND HEAVY. THE STEM (STALK) IS WAVY AND THE PLANT IS VERY TOP HEAVY...IT IS READY TO SNAP... HOW CAN I SAVE IT? Q; ONCE THE STEM BREAKS CAN I REPLANT THE TOP? WILL IT RE-ROOT?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 27, 2017A.You may want to examine the plant to see if it can be divided.
Most Aloe will develop pups or natural divisions.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/aloe-vera/dividing-aloe-plants.htm
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