The plant you have chosen is the Aloe Vera, an iconic and therapeutic succulent, beautifully presented in a Pink ELHO Vibes Fold pot (Ø14cm, ↕45cm). This plant is famous worldwide for its medicinal inner gel and its striking, architectural form.

🌿 Foliage, Form, and Appearance

The Aloe Vera is a quintessential evergreen succulent, retaining its foliage all year. Its large, fleshy leaves grow in an upright, spiky rosette pattern. They are typically a vibrant green, thick, and have a succulent texture, giving the plant a sleek and attractive appearance. The Aloe is famous for its therapeutic properties and is also known for its air-purifying qualities, helping to remove toxins from the air and improve overall air quality. The leaves have soft, toothy margins but the plant does not have hard spines like a cactus.

📏 Size and Growth

Standing at a good height of 45cm, your Aloe Vera is already a substantial and mature plant. Given its compact pot size, it is perfect for display on shelves, desks, or windowsills. The plant has a moderate growth rate and will maintain its robust, upright form, adding a touch of greenery and elegance to any indoor space.

🌸 Flowering and Fragrance

The Aloe Vera is primarily cultivated for its foliage and practical benefits. Flowering is a rare event for plants kept indoors. If a bloom does occur, the plant will produce a tall stalk with tubular orange or yellow flowers. These blooms are usually not notably fragrant.

💧 Care and Environment

Native to the arid regions of the Arabian Peninsula, the Aloe is highly adapted to survive harsh, dry conditions, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice.

• Placement: Aloe plants thrive in sunny spots. They prefer well-lit areas and can tolerate direct sunlight. Placing it near a bright, sunny window is ideal.

• Water Requirements: Aloe has low water needs. To prevent overwatering, which is the biggest risk, you should only water the plant every 8–10 days, ensuring the soil is thoroughly dry before watering again. It prefers well-draining soil with good airflow, such as a cactus or succulent mix.

• Fertilizing: Fertilizing can be done during the active growing season (spring to early fall) with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. It is recommended to fertilize once every two to three months for optimal growth, avoiding over-fertilization.

Note: While the inner gel of the Aloe Vera is widely used, the whole leaf—especially the outer green rind and the yellow sap beneath it—contains latex (aloin) which can be irritating. It is best to treat the plant as ornamental or cosmetic, and it is generally considered toxic if ingested by pets.