Plant Specifications
Plant Height 6 inch (15 cm)
Plant Spread 6 inch (15 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name Aloe, Ghrita-kumari, Korphad
Maximum Reachable Height Up to 60 centimeters.
Bloom Time Rarely.
Difficulty Level Easy to grow.
Planting And Care

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Sunlight
Keep the plant outdoor in natural bright light / indoor indirect bright light or artificial bright light.
Protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage.

Soil
The soil should be well drained and fertile rich in oragnic content.

Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Water when top soil (3-4 inches) feels dry to touch.
Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Application of Fertilizer
During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.

Re-potting
When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.

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Plant Protection
Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area.
Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil for any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.

Don’ts
Easily grows in AC rooms but away from AC vents.
Do not over-water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
Aloe Vera Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:

Keep the plant in natural indirect bright Light.
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.
Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.

Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
Sunlight Natural bright light / indoor indirect bright light or artificial bright light.
Watering Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (3-4 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Soil Soil should be well drain and fertile, rich in organic content.
Temperature 16 to 30 degrees Celcius.
Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer.
Harvest Season Harvest the leaf when it grows well and looks fleshy.
Aloe Vera Special Feature
Medicinal properties and low care plants.

Aloe Vera Uses
Ornamental Use:

Aloe vera has been widely grown as an ornamental plant
Medicinal Use:

Aloe vera is used in traditional medicine
It has been used for a variety of ailments
Aloe vera is most commonly used as a topical medication, rubbed onto the skin rather than eaten
It has long been known as a treatment for sores, particularly burns, including sunburns
Note: Please consult your health expert first before applying externally and internally
Culinary Use:

The skin and the clear inner gel are both edible
Use the skin in salads, stir-fried dishes, or on its own as a snack
Its firm, crunchy texture makes it great to use in dips and as a cracker substitute
Use the gel in smoothies and cocktails