Gasteraloe a rare species of succulent, closely resembling an Aloe Vera. It flows around Aloe vera, Aloe 'Cynthia Giddy’ and Aloe Cynthia Giddy'. Aloe Vera leaves have three main components. However, indoor plants should be watered less frequently than in the outdoors. Because the bird bath has a metal frame, it heats up quickly during the day. This makes things hotter for succulents. Both types of plants require different soils: succulents require a well draining potting mix that has plenty of organic material. Cacti prefer a sandy, porous soil with little organic matter.