A succulent that grows in tropical, subtropical and arid environments, the aloe vera plant has been used for thousands of years to soothe sunburns and bug bites, to moisturize dry skin and treat cuts.

Starre Vartan is an environmental and science journalist. She holds an MFA degree from Columbia University and Geology and English degrees from Syracuse University. Aloe vera is just as beneficial to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You’ve likely used aloe vera to soothe a sunburn. You might even have one growing in your home. Now buzz is growing around the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Helen Norman Aloes are generally easy-care succulents, but the most common mistake people make with them is overwatering. How ...