Aloe vera

Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) is a houseplant in the Asphodelaceae family, native to Africa. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 2500 and 8000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 14 days, temperatures of 13–32°C, and about 30% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea, anorexia, tremors, change in urine color (saponins and anthraquinones). It is also known as Aloe.

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea, anorexia, tremors, change in urine color (saponins and anthraquinones).

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect

Minimum Light Requirement 2500 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 8000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 14 Days

Temperature Envelope 13°C – 32°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 30% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 2777724

Native Biogeographical Range Africa; Australia; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED

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