Aloe Vera
Aloe vera
succulentAloe vera is a succulent prized for its medicinal gel and architectural form. Easy to care for, it stores water in its thick leaves and thrives with neglect.
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Haworthia
Haworthia fasciata
succulentHaworthias are small, slow-growing succulents with distinctive white-striped leaves. Unlike most succulents, they tolerate lower light conditions, making them ideal for windowsills.
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Aloe Vera
Haworthia
light_modeLight
Bright direct to indirect light.
Bright indirect light. Tolerates lower light.
water_dropWater
Every 2–4 weeks. Allow to dry completely.
Every 2–3 weeks. Allow to dry completely.
compostSoil
Cactus or succulent mix with excellent drainage.
Cactus or succulent mix.
scienceFertiliser
2–3 times per year in growing season.
Very rarely — once or twice a year.
thermometerTemperature
13–27°C. No frost.
10–27°C (50–80°F).
humidity_percentageHumidity
Low. Tolerates dry air.
Low.
Toxicity
Audience
Aloe Vera
Haworthia
cats
warningToxic
check_circleSafe
dogs
warningToxic
check_circleSafe
children
check_circleSafe
check_circleSafe
Aloe Vera — USDA Zones
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Haworthia — USDA Zones
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