Aloe arborescens
Aloe arborescens, commonly known as the tree aloe, is a striking succulent celebrated for its impressive stature and medicinal properties. Native to specific African landscapes, this robust plant features fleshy, water-storing leaves. It is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to soothe skin irritations and support overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Aloe arborescens
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aloe arborescens, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asparagales and the family Asphodelaceae. It is further categorized under the genus Aloe.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asphodelaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aloe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several regions of Southern Europe. Within Southwestern Europe, its presence is noted in the Balearic Islands, France, Portugal, and Spain. Additionally, the species can be found extending into Southeastern Europe, specifically within Italy. This range highlights its ability to thrive in the diverse Mediterranean climates found across these territories. Consequently, the geographical footprint of Aloe arborescens spans multiple countries throughout the Mediterranean basin.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Azores | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aloe arborescens has 27 reported phytochemicals identified across 35 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aloenin, barbaloin, aloe-emodin, aloenin A, anthraquinones.
- Total chemicals
- 27
- Scientific sources
- 35
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aloenin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| barbaloin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| aloe-emodin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aloenin A | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthraquinones | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7-dihydroxy-2-methylchromone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6-(2-(2,4-dihydroxy-6-methylphenyl)-2-oxoethyl)-4-hydroxy-2-pyrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-O-methylaloeresin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aloe arborescens has 8 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory, Antifungal, Antiglycation, Antimicrobial, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiglycation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aloe arborescens has 22 reported medicinal uses identified across 25 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include upper respiratory tract infections, wound healing, Aspergillus niger, Parkinson's disease, acetylcholinesterase.
- Total uses
- 22
- Scientific sources
- 25
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| upper respiratory tract infections | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aspergillus niger | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Parkinson's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetylcholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| butyrylcholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| colon cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| common cold | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| duodenal cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyaluronidase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |