Aloe Vera

One of the more common plants out there, Aloe is most known for its unique healing properties. Break an arm off and squeeze the goo out onto your skin to soothe sunburn and bug bites. It can also be consumed (Aloe Vera water) by humans, but is not safe for pets.

Common name: Aloe Vera

Botanical name: Aloe barbadensis miller

Care tips for a happy plant:

Light: bright indirect light or a few hours of direct sunlight daily

Soil: cacti/succulent soil

Water: water monthly

Humidity: not picky

Temperature: average household temps

Toxicity: mildly toxic to pets if consumed