Indian Aloe घृतकुमारी

🌱 About the plant

Near-indestructible succulent for a bright sill; water only when the soil is dry through.

Growing it

A drainage hole is not optional.

What it is for

Leaf gel; pups separate into free plants.

🪴 How to grow

Sunlight

Bright light, some direct sun

Water

Once a fortnight; monthly in winter

Season

Feb–Apr, Sep–Oct

Grows in

Balcony, Terrace / rooftop, Windowsill

Mature size

30–60 cm

First harvest

Cut outer leaves from month eight

A drainage hole is not optional.

🌾 Traditional uses

Traditionally used — recorded as tradition, not as established effect. The two registers below are kept separate on purpose.

Traditional knowledge

Leaf gel; pups separate into free plants.

Scientific evidence

This record has not yet assessed the research on these uses. Absence of an assessment here is not evidence either way.

Important: Traditional plant use does not replace professional medical advice. Do not treat a condition on the strength of this page — speak to a doctor.

🐝 Ecological value

🗺️ Where it grows in India