aloe vera plant is one type of plant that is rich in benefits, one of which is to treat hair and skin health.
In addition to having a myriad of benefits, plants that have a scientific name aloe vera It also has a unique shape. This plant is green, small serrated, does not even have a stem. That is why many people collect aloe vera plants as ornamental plants at home.
If you have just bought an aloe vera plant and want to know how to take good care of it, here’s how to take care of it: Popmama.com has summarized the treatment especially for beginners.
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1. Selection of soil type
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Soil has an important role as a place for root growth and development.
For aloe vera plantThe right type of soil to use is dry soil because it has a high water absorption capacity. This is so that the aloe vera plant can thrive and not rot easily.
Another alternative that Mama can try is to mix sandy soil with perlite and pumice as the soil medium. That way, the roots can grow strong and keep moisture.
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2. Pay attention to the planting media used
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When to plant aloe vera plant, Mama should prepare a large pot as a planting medium. The reason is, this plant will produce a lot of new shoots, so it requires a large space to grow.
Mama can use pots made of clay to be environmentally friendly. Also make sure the pot that you bought has drainage holes so that the water circulation runs smoothly and does not stagnate in the pot.
In addition to pots, Mama can use soil mixed with sand as a container for aloe vera plants.
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3. Flush with enough water
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After placing aloe vera plant on the planting medium, Mama should wait a week first to water it. This is so that the plant can release new roots and reduce the occurrence of decay.
Aloe vera is a succulent plant (thick and juicy), so this plant has fleshy leaves that serve to store water. That way, you don’t have to water it too often.
Enough once every 2-3 weeks with enough water.
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4. Fertilizer application needs to be considered carefully
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Just as humans need food as a source of energy, plants also need fertilizer as a source of nutrients in order to grow healthy and fertile.
Mama can give NPK fertilizer which contains nitrogen, phosphorus (phosphorus), and potassium or organic fertilizer to taste. Excessive fertilizer application can cause the aloe vera plant to rot.
Fertilization can be done every two weeks at a rate of approximately two grams for each pot.
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5. Optimal lighting
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Every plant needs sunlight to photosynthesize, so do aloe vera plant. Sunlight is useful as a producer of nutrients for plants.
Even though it needs sunlight, you should put the aloe vera plant in a place that is not exposed to direct sunlight. The reason is, if exposed to direct sunlight, aloe vera leaves will have brown spots and scales.
The right time for aloe vera plants to get optimal sunlight is in the morning or evening.
Those are some related summaries how to care for aloe vera plant for beginners. Please try it at home, Mom!
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