Aloe vera

Aloe vera

Clump-forming succulent with thick gel-filled leaves used medicinally.

Hardiness ratings

Aloe vera hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 9–11 −6.7 °C to 10 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H2 1 °C to 5 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 9 −1 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 5–7 5 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Frost-tender — protect below 5 °C
  • Rots quickly in cold wet conditions

Pet caution: Aloe vera is listed as potentially harmful to cats and/or dogs. Keep pets from grazing on it, and contact a vet if you suspect your animal has eaten some.

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Reference

Aloe vera on Wikipedia