Aloe Barbadensis Miller 'Aloe Vera'
Aloe Barbadensis Miller 'Aloe Vera' - 4" Nursery Pot is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Aloe Vera: The Timeless Healing Succulent
Aloe Barbadensis Miller, commonly known as Aloe Vera, is a classic succulent cherished for its beauty, resilience, and long history of medicinal use. Native to North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, this semi-tropical plant thrives worldwide in both outdoor gardens and indoor spaces.
With its thick, fleshy leaves filled with nutrient-rich gel, Aloe Vera is well-known for its soothing properties, often used topically for burns, minor skin irritations, and dryness. Beyond its wellness benefits, this plant offers a sleek, sculptural look that fits perfectly into modern home decor.
Why You'll Love Aloe Vera:
- Extremely Resilient: Thrives with minimal care, making it ideal for beginners.
- Indoor & Outdoor Friendly: Perfect for sunny windows, patios, or xeriscape gardens.
- Medicinal Properties: Gel can be harvested for topical skincare benefits.
- Natural Air Purifier: Helps improve air quality indoors.
- Minimal Water Needs: Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance.
🌿 Plant Profile
- Scientific Name: Aloe Barbadensis Miller
- Common Name: Aloe Vera
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native Range: North Africa, Arabian Peninsula
🌿 Aloe Vera Care Guide
- Care Level: Easy
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates full sun outdoors.
- Water: Water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Humidity: Low; thrives in dry conditions.
- Temperature: 55-80°F (13-27°C); protect from frost.
- Pruning: Remove brown, damaged, or dried leaves as needed.
- Feeding: Fertilize monthly during spring/summer with a diluted succulent fertilizer (optional).
- Propagation: Division of offsets, seeds, or leaf cuttings.
- Growth Habit: Compact rosette; moderate spreading with age.
- Pests: Watch for aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites.
- Toxicity: Toxic if ingested by pets or humans. Gel is safe for topical use but avoid ingesting aloe latex.
🌱 Fun Fact: Ancient Medicine Cabinet
Aloe Vera has been used for over 6,000 years in traditional medicine for its cooling, soothing, and hydrating properties. Ancient Egyptians even referred to it as the “plant of immortality.”
✅ Looking for more easy-care succulents?
Check out our full Succulent & Cactus Collection for more drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plant options perfect for any home.
Live Plants – Frequently Asked Questions
Shipping
What will I receive?
What will I receive?
You’ll receive one healthy live plant in the nursery-pot or hanging-basket size selected above. The listed size refers to the approximate diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height or width.
Because every plant is naturally unique, height, fullness, leaf count, coloration, variegation, vine length, maturity, and overall shape may differ from the photographs.
Unless the product listing specifically states otherwise, plants arrive in a standard nursery grow pot. Decorative planters, baskets, saucers, stands, and other accessories are sold separately.
When will my plant ship or be delivered?
When will my plant ship or be delivered?
Please allow approximately 10–15 business days for processing and preparation. Ten business days is the earliest end of the range, and many orders require most or all of the stated processing window.
Processing time is separate from carrier transit time. Local NYC delivery also requires preparation and does not automatically mean same-day or next-day service.
Orders may occasionally require additional time because of plant availability, order volume, weather, seasonal demand, or courier coordination. We will send an update when confirmed fulfillment, tracking, or delivery information becomes available.
How are live plants packaged?
How are live plants packaged?
Each live plant is inspected and packed according to its size, shape, and shipping needs. Soil and foliage may be secured to reduce movement during transit, and protective materials may be added when appropriate.
Temporary drooping, shifted soil, limited leaf loss, or minor cosmetic stress can occur while a plant adjusts after shipping. This does not necessarily mean the plant is unhealthy.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Unpack the plant promptly and carefully remove all protective packaging. Place it in appropriate light and allow it time to adjust to its new environment.
Check the soil before watering. Do not water automatically upon arrival because the plant may already have adequate moisture. Avoid immediately fertilizing, heavily pruning, or repeatedly moving the plant while it acclimates.
Should I repot my plant immediately?
Should I repot my plant immediately?
We generally recommend allowing a newly delivered plant time to acclimate before repotting unless there is an urgent plant-health reason to do so.
Repotting an eligible small plant during the first 15 days may void the Plant Health Guarantee because it can make the cause of decline difficult to determine.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Report shipping or delivery damage within 48 hours. Keep the plant and all packaging while the concern is being reviewed.
Please provide your order number, a photograph of the entire plant, close-up photographs of the concern, and photographs of the box and packaging when applicable.
Small plants in nursery pots measuring 8 inches and below may also qualify for our 15-Day Plant Health Guarantee. Large plants in nursery pots measuring 10 inches and above have a 48-hour inspection and reporting window.
Review our Refund & Returns Policy for complete eligibility and documentation requirements.
How can I get help with my order or plant?
How can I get help with my order or plant?
For the fastest assistance, use the AI chat assistant on our website. It can help with common order-status, delivery, policy, product, and plant-care questions.
Have your order number and the email address used at checkout available when asking about an order. When a concern requires photographs or human review, email support@edsplantshop.com.



