Perry'S Aloe (Aloe perryi)

Perry'S Aloe (Aloe perryi) is a member of the Asphodelaceae family, native to Madagascar, Comoros, and Seychelles. Traditionally, its leaves, sap, and resin have been used for poultices, infusions, and decoctions.

This herb is particularly valued for its anti-inflammatory, tonic, and astringent actions, and has a long history of use in african traditional medicine, traditional chinese medicine, and european herbal medicine.

Perry'S Aloe (Aloe perryi) dried pieces of the herb arranged on a wooden table for reference — Perry'S Aloe (Aloe perryi) dried pieces of the herb arranged together on a wooden table for reference, used in teas and remedies.

Quick Facts / Key Information

Common Name	Perry'S Aloe
Scientific Name	Aloe perryi
Plant Family	Asphodelaceae
Genus	Aloe
Species	perryi
Native Range	Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles
Plant Parts Used	Leaves, Sap, Resin
Primary Medicinal Actions	Anti-Inflammatory, Tonic, Astringent
Primary Traditional Systems	African Traditional Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, European Herbal Medicine
Historical Preparation Methods	Poultice, Infusion, Decoction

Botanical Identity

Scientific Name: Aloe perryi
Common Name: Perry'S Aloe
Synonyms / Alternative Names: African Aloe, Cape Aloe, Aloe Vera
Plant Family: Asphodelaceae
Genus: Aloe

Botanical Description

Growth Habit: Perennial herbaceous plant.
Height: It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 meters.
Leaves: Succulent leaves arranged in a rosette, with a bluish-green upper surface and a pale green lower surface, featuring prominent stomatal bands along the midrib.
Flowers: Sessile, tubular flowers arranged in dense, spike-like clusters, predominantly yellow with red-brown markings, actinomorphic, with six stamens and three lobes on the ovary.
Stems: Terrestrial, erect growth habit, with simple branching pattern, smooth, glabrous surface, and succulent, fleshy cross-section.

Traditional Uses / Historical Use

Traditional Systems

African Traditional Medicine

Historical Preparation Methods

Poultice
Infusion
Decoction
Ointment

Medicinal Actions

Anti-inflammatory: As described in traditional systems, a cooling anti-inflammatory, in tissue-soothing contexts.
Tonic: Historically regarded as a calming tonic, in whole-system applications.
Astringent: Commonly referenced as a warming astringent, in tissue-toning contexts.

Active Compounds

Flavonoid: A group of naturally occurring compounds commonly present in many flowering plants.
Phenolic Acid: A class of aromatic plant compounds commonly found in leaves, seeds, and stems.
Terpenoid: Plant-produced compounds commonly found in essential oils and resins.

Modern Research Overview

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Safety & Contraindications

General Precautions: Reports outlining specific general precautions for this herb are limited.
Contraindications: Specific contraindications associated with this herb have not been well documented.
Allergies: Sensitivity or allergy-related effects have not been clearly established.
Drug Interactions: Available information regarding interactions with pharmaceutical drugs is limited.
Toxicity: There is insufficient evidence to determine the toxic potential of this herb.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well documented.

Preparation & Usage Methods

Infusion: Dried or fresh plant parts are infused in hot water and consumed as a beverage.
Decoction: A preparation method involving prolonged boiling of roots, bark, or dense plant material.
Poultice: This method uses direct contact between plant material and the skin.
Extract: A preparation involving the separation of plant constituents without alcohol.
Tincture: This method preserves plant compounds using an alcohol-based solution.

Growing, Harvesting & Storage

Growing / Cultivation

Soil: Prefers sandy loam with well-drained conditions. Typically grows best in moderate fertility soils.
Sunlight: Thrives in partial sun. Tolerates full sun to partial shade.
Watering: Prefers well-balanced moisture levels. Tolerates periodic dry conditions.