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Detailed Description
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Name:
Aloe Vera
Soil:
Well drained soil with some organic matter and sand.
Zone:
Aloe vera, coming from lowland, subtropical areas, is
not very
frost-hardy. It grows well along the coast where frost is rare.
Exposure:
It prefers good sun, Aloe vera is happy in a pot on a
windowsill. In
this location it will be available to treat mild burns, scrapes, and cuts.
Description:
Aloe vera is a drought-resisting, succulent plant which
is used for a variety of medicinal purposes. The plant has stiff grey-
green lance-shaped leaves containing clear gel in a central mucilaginous
pulp. It has been shown to have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Care:
Watering can be infrequent once the plant is established.
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