Aloe plants can live without water for seven years, storing water in their thick leaves, which increase in size as they store water.

Infact verdict: Mixed (56/100).

The claim that an Aloe plant can live without water for seven years while still producing new shoots is not supported by the available evidence. Aloe plants are adapted to arid environments and store water in their leaves, which allows them to survive dry periods, but surviving without water for seven years seems highly improbable. Moreover, the evidence retrieved does not specifically address this claim, and reliable sources typically do not mention such an extended drought resistance. Although Aloe's thick leaves are known for water storage capabilities, no evidence supports the ability of these plants to survive seven years without water. Therefore, the factual accuracy of this claim is highly dubious. The second claim, regarding Aloe leaves storing water, aligns with known botanical facts, as these plants store water to survive in dry climates. While it's true that water storage can cause leaf swelling, specific evidence regarding significant size increase is lacking in the provided sources. However, the general ability of Aloe leaves to store water is well-documented.