Prized for the soothing gel that comes from its leaves, aloe vera is part of the 420-species Aloe genus and was formerly known as Aloe barbadensis. Aloe vera is commonly grown as a houseplant, but you ...

Dear Reader: My opinion is that it looks like a healthy aloe that has filled up its pot to overflowing. The reddish coloration is probably due to its being somewhat rootbound and perhaps lacking in ...