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Damaged Aloe Vera Leaf

lilyofthedesert650

6 years ago

My Aloe Vera has a damaged leaf that has a gaping hole in it and some brown coloring throughout the leaf. The part where there is a gaping hole was once black and dead , but I removed the dead part which left the gaping hole. The damaged leaf is not growing much if at all. All the other leaves, especially the center one, are growing well. Should I cut the damaged leaf off ? I appreciate any feedback

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Crenda 10A SW FL
6 years ago
It looks like the outer-most leaf, the oldest leaf of the plant. It will be the first to atrophy and be absorbed by the plant as new growth occurs. It looks quite normal to me, although I can see the mechanical damage you have described. I would leave it alone, at least for now.

However, if you really find it to be unsightly and it bothers you, you can cut it off. And perhaps use the Aloe gel for another purpose.
lilyofthedesert650 thanked Crenda 10A SW FL
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