I recently "inherited" a couple of gma's plants. The first I'm sure is aloe vera but I'm not sure how to care for it? Also..it has a really loose base...but that might have happened in the transport...should I repot it? I added soils and pressed it tight...but the base is still loose. The second plant I'm clueless too...I'm guessing it's a succulent too because it's got really thick rubbery leaves. But you're the experts. The big stems are woody...if that helps. Thanks for any input.
I'm sorry..pictures didn't add?? I have 2 of the first and the rest are of the plant I have no idea about. (Sorry...the pictures kind of make it obvious doesn't it..)
Ok, #1 is definitely Aloe vera. I've had mine go floopy like that for no apparent reason, but it didn't hurt them any. I'd cut out on the water for a couple of weeks to see if it firms up. #2 is a Kalanchoe of some sort? It looks really familiar, but I can't quite place it. Cereusly Steve will probably know.
definitely aloe vera. i agree, hold back on watering. also, it should be in very well-draining soil and the pot should have drain holes and it would do best in an unglazed clay pot. always let the soil dry out a bit and keep it from being chilled. yes, kalanchoe for the second. bluewing probably has the variety correct. not sure. basically, since it's a succulent (like the aloe), it also needs a very well draining soil. drainage holes yes, unglazed clay is not necessary. water well and let dry a bit before watering again. this one roots very, very easily - in water it's pretty quick and you can even put the cutting right into the soil (let it dry for a day first). you can use cactus mix for both. i'd add in a good amount of perlite for the aloe, too.