Keanu Leaves is an Aloe barbadensis, commonly called Aloe vera · Medicinal aloe · Burn plant.
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Keanu Leaves Aloe barbadensis
Sunny reached the windowsill milestone — six months together!
be the first to leave a sunbeam on this post.
About this plant
Common name
Aloe vera · Medicinal aloe · Burn plant
Scientific name
Aloe barbadensis
Sun
Bright light, including some direct sun
Water
Deeply but infrequently; let soil dry fully
Soil
Sandy cactus or succulent mix
Nickname
Keanu Leaves
Pet safety
Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
Difficulty
Easy
Location
a sunny windowsill
Owner notes
Sunny was a gift from my parents. She gets her name from where she sites.
Fun facts
- Aloe gel was used in ancient Egypt, where it was called the "plant of immortality."
- The gel inside the leaves is about 99% water, with the remainder containing vitamins, enzymes, and sugars.
- It readily produces "pups" — baby offshoots at its base that can be separated and potted.
- Mature plants send up tall flower spikes with yellow, tubular blooms.
Photos
Sunny on a table.
Hi everyone! Sunny is my first plant! Any feedback?
She looks great! I think she would look even better with a bit of fertilizer, though. Keep up the great work!
I'll take that suggestion into mind.
Who gifted Sunny?
Actually, my parents! They got it from a local nursery.