Variegated Medicinal Aloe

Family

Asphodeloideae

Origin

Arabian Peninsula

Description 

Aloe vera variegata stands out as a unique cultivar of the popular Aloe vera, distinguished by its foliage marked with a mix of creamy-yellow and green hues. Its upright rosettes feature sturdy, fleshy leaves edged with soft teeth, giving the plant a prominent and ornamental appeal.

Also known commercially as the Variegated Medicinal Aloe, this variety is valued more for its aesthetic qualities than its medicinal gel. During warm seasons, mature plants often produce tall stalks topped with clusters of orange tubular flowers, enhancing their decorative charm.

Environment

When growing Aloe Vera plants, plant them in a cactus potting soil mix or a regular potting soil that has been amended with additional perlite or building sand. Also, make sure that the pot has plenty of drainage holes. It cannot tolerate standing water. One important thing in the care of Aloe Vera houseplants is that they have proper light. They need bright light, so they do best in south- or west-facing windows. Another important part of how to grow an Aloe Vera is to water the plant properly. The soil should be allowed to go completely dry before being watered. When the plant is watered, the soil should be thoroughly drenched, but the water should be allowed to drain freely from the soil

Landscape Use

Suitable for Container, Rock Garden & Xeriscaping