This succulent has medicinal properties and it's a great addition to any houseplant collection. Marina Gorevaya/Getty Images Aloe Vera is a popular succulent with medicinal properties. Native to ...

Aloe vera, celebrated for its healing properties, harbors a toxic component called latex found under the leaf's skin. This latex contains anthraquinones, potent laxatives that can cause digestive ...

How often to water an aloe vera plant is a common concern. Though it is a succulent that grows in dry regions, the plant is not entirely drought tolerant. Achieving the right watering balance is an ...

Signs of overwatering in aloe include soft, mushy, or yellow leaves; dark, mushy roots; and browning at the base of the plant ...