The Aloe family are absolute essentials to have nearby — here’s why.
“Nature itself is the best physician.”
—Socrates (c. 470–399 BC)
Introducing the Aloe Genus
The ‘Aloe’ Genus: Family Members of the Common Aloe Vera
There are over 500 species that belong to the Aloe genus — yet within the Aloe genus, there is one family: the Asphodelaceae family.
Unfortunately, we can’t cover all 500 of our Aloe beauties right now; so, once again, I’ll handpick a select few memorable Aloes, and then categorize them based on their preferred environments.
In this informative article we’ll explore how these Aloes contribute to human healing, share tips on growing them, offer simple Aloe gel recipes, and uncover their important roles in human healthcare.
Aloes That Thrive in Arid Environments
(average temperature: 25–35°C / 77–95°F)
Common
- Common Aloe (Aloe vera, Aloe…
