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Cape Speckled Aloe

Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Cape Speckled Aloe, scientifically known as Aloe microsstigma subsp. microsstigma, is a charming, small-statured succulent native to South Africa. Characterized by its distinctive spotted leaves and delicate orange-to-yellow blooms, this resilient species is highly valued by collectors for its compact growth habit and striking, decorative aesthetic in xeriscaping.

Family
Asphodelaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Cape Speckled Aloe
Scientific synonyms
Aloe Perfoliata Var. Obscura · Aloe Obscura · 5 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

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

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asparagales
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Aloe

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is specifically located within the Southern Africa region. Its primary distribution is found across the various Cape Provinces. This particular subspecies occupies a relatively restricted geographical range within these areas. Because of this limited area, it is considered a characteristic element of the local flora. Understanding this specific habitat is essential for the conservation of the species.

Region Area
Southern Africa Cape Provinces

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ANTHRAQUINONE, Aloe emodin, Aloins, D-glucose, GLYCOPROTEIN.

Chemicals reported in Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
ANTHRAQUINONE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aloe emodin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aloins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
D-glucose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
GLYCOPROTEIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
alpha-D-Mannopyranose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
beta-D-Mannopyranose 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

ANTHRAQUINONE

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Aloe emodin

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Aloins

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

D-glucose

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

GLYCOPROTEIN

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

alpha-D-Mannopyranose

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

beta-D-Mannopyranose

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences

Activities

Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.

Activities reported in Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antibacterial

  1. Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica

Preparations

Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include nondialysate of the pulp of Aloe saponaria.

Preparations reported for Aloe microstigma subsp. microstigma
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Nondialysate of the pulp of aloe saponaria 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Nondialysate of the pulp of aloe saponaria

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences