Aloe debrana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Aloe berhana

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Aloe debrana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asphodelaceae and falls under the genus Aloe.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Aloe debrana, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily situated within the Northeast Tropical Africa region. Specifically, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Ethiopia. Due to this localized presence, it is considered an endemic element of the Ethiopian landscape. Understanding this narrow distribution is essential for the conservation of the species in its native environment.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Aloe debrana is characterized by its classification as a chamaephyte, a growth form where the permanent buds are located close to the ground, often protected by the plant's own succulent tissues or surrounding substrate. This life strategy allows the species to endure fluctuating environmental conditions by keeping its vital regenerative organs at a low profile. Throughout its life cycle, the plant develops thick, fleshy leaves designed for water storage, facilitating survival during periods of drought. As it matures, it transitions through various developmental stages, utilizing its low-lying architecture to optimize resource acquisition in its specific ecological niche, while its life history is fundamentally shaped by the ability to maintain perennial vitality through its specialized chamaephyte structure.

Life form :

chamaephyte

Morphology

The morphology of Aloe debrana is characterized by its growth form as a herb, which lacks a woody structure and is classified as non-woody. This plant functions as an independent organism, showing no parasitic tendencies, and maintains a terrestrial lifestyle rather than growing as an epiphyte. In terms of its structural support, it is a self-supporting plant that does not require a climbing mechanism or external host to maintain its upright posture.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Aloe debrana has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Chemicals

Aloe debrana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5-allyl-3-methoxybenzene-1,2-diol, Chrysophanol, aloesaponarin I, linoleic acid.

5-allyl-3-methoxybenzene-1,2-diol

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Chrysophanol

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

aloesaponarin I

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

linoleic acid

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Activities

Aloe debrana has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.

Antibacterial

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Antioxidant

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Conditions

Aloe debrana has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include wounds.

Wounds

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Preparations

Aloe debrana has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include acetone (99.5%) extract of the roots.

Acetone (99.5%) extract of the roots

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM