Aloe compressa
About Aloe compressa
Many people are familiar with Aloe vera, but this genus of plants contains tons of other beautiful succulent plants that come in all sorts of colors! Their succulent leaves evolved to store water in dry climates, which makes them a perfect fit if you're a busy plant parent. With great care (and a lot of sunlight) you may even see your Aloe bloom! Their flowers grow out of a large spike and can be shades of red, orange, and yellow. 🔥
Taxonomy
Aloe compressa
Aloe
Asphodelaceae
Asparagales
How to care for Aloe compressa
How often to water your Aloe compressa
Aloe compressa needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Finding light for Aloe compressa in your home
Aloe compressa love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Aloe compressa does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aloe compressa in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Aloe compressa
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aloe compressa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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When should I prune my plant if any time? #AloeVera
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What kind of water do I use? #AloeVera
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Poor aloe is declining My #AloeVera, Paul is not feeling well. His story begins 3 years ago when I was given him as a cutting, and since then he’s been in a pot without a drainage hole. He dislikes being right next to windows, but the app told me that he needs more sun so I am trying to place him next to one. A few months ago he had a cute pup, Leto, but since then he’s been declining and not holding his leaves up properly. I decided to repot him today in a terracotta pot (with hole) in succulent and cacti potting mix, and I also separated the pup. I’ve tied him with the hopes of his leaves keeping themselves up. I haven’t watered him in a while, but I don’t know if I should wait now that i’ve repotted him or not. I also got liquid fertiliser, so was wondering when to use that. I would greatly appreciate all of the help I can get to make Paul and Leto grow strong!
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When to repot I'm wondering if I should repot this aloe soon, I'm noticing new growth around the base of the plant, and he looks like he could use some room #newplantmom
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Why is my aloe sick…it’s always been in a pot without drainage and has done great, but I recently put it into this glass (it’s been in here since Monday) what should I do #AloeVera #Aloe #help ..the only things that have changed is the new glass pot (put into for more room) and the fact I’ve been putting it in the sun more, and I watered it a little bit after moving it..I could have over watered?? It’s not used to getting water until it’s DRY and like crumbling dirt haha
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Holes and bruises? #AloeVera I just bought this aloe vera from Amazon. I noticed small puncture holes and some bruising in the same area. Does anyone know what the holes are? Any thoughts?
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My aloe is turning grey. I just repotted him as he had some root rot from the store and wasn't in the right type of soil, but now he's going grey and I'm not sure why or what to do. Help please! #AloeVera
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I found this cool little person pot, and it’s now Spike’s new home!! 🤍
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Hey plant family Im new here and learning about plants. I purchased an aloe plant 2 weeks ago to bring in oxygen to my bed room. But I notice 2 stem already died 😢 any recommendation on how to best take care of my aloe plant thank you. #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PlantTherapy
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#IdolizedChamisa Hello Everyone, I hope y’all are having a great day. However, I am not. I really, no desperately need your to save a few of plants that have been attacked by gnats. I have tried several home remedies and store products but to no avail. I can’t rid of them. To name a few:  peroxide and water, cinnamon, neem oil Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha. Do you know of any effective treatment I can use. Please!! Thanks in advance for all time and support.
Care Summary for Aloe compressa
Aloe compressa
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 12 days
< 1ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.