Aloe Vera Brown Spots: Insect Damage, Not Fungus

Diagnosis

Brown spots on older outer leaves only = insect feeding damage (likely mealybugs or scale). Not fungus if inner leaves clean.

Watering

Once monthly indoors is fine if soil dries completely. Bright indirect light essential.

Action

• Inspect leaf undersides, crown for pests.
• Remove affected leaves if few.
• Treat with alcohol swab or neem oil if infestation.

Aloe vera is tough; minor spots are cosmetic.