Aloe Vera in a 12cm Pot

Aloe is a plant that belongs to the lily family and reaches around 60-100 cm. in height. Its leaves are thick and fleshy, green to gray-green and contain juice that is used for pharmaceutical and other purposes. The outline of the leaves has small white spines and in the summer months the plant bears orange blossoms. It can be planted in pots, window boxes and gardens. Aloe needs plenty of sun, little watering and can withstand temperatures down to 0 ° C.