The Lowly Aloe: How Our Obsession With Care Is Killing It The aloe vera plant's reputation as an almost invincible houseplant has led many to take it for granted, neglecting its needs and subsequently stressing it out.
This can result in the telltale yellowing of leaves, a sign that something is amiss but often met with confusion about what exactly to do.
Our relationship with plants mirrors our relationships with people: we tend to overcare at first, lavishing attention and water until they become overwhelmed, then ease up only to discover they still require some care.