Aloe dhufarensis
Aloe dhufarensis, commonly known as the Dhufarens Aloe, is a resilient succulent native to the arid regions of Southern Africa. Renowned for its thick, fleshy leaves, this medicinal plant is traditionally used to soothe skin irritations, promote wound healing, and provide relief from various inflammatory conditions through its soothing gel.
- Scientific name: Aloe dhufarensis
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it is classified under the family Asphodelaceae. Specifically, it is identified by 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Aloe dhufarensis, is known by various names depending on the linguistic context of its native regions. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Dhufarens Aloe, while in Afrikaans, it is known as Dhufarens-aloë. In the local Oshiwambo language, it is called Omuhulu, and in isiXhosa, it is referred to as iAloe leDhufarens.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically native to the unique landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula. Within this region, its natural range is primarily concentrated in the country of Oman. It can also be found growing across various terrains in Yemen. These specific territories define the limited geographical boundaries where the species thrives in the wild. Consequently, its distribution is closely tied to the distinct environmental conditions of these two nations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aloe dhufarensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cellulase, esterase.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cellulase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| esterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |