Aloe perryi
Aloe perryi, commonly known as a succulent medicinal plant, is a striking species native to specific African regions. Renowned for its fleshy, moisture-retaining leaves, it contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing. This hardy aloe is valued for its soothing properties, offering therapeutic potential in various dermatological applications.
- Scientific name: Aloe perryi
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asparagales, it is classified within the family Asphodelaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its 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, known scientifically as Aloe perryi, is referred to by several different common names depending on the language and region. In Arabic, it is called صبر سقطرري, while in Swedish, it is known as Sokotra-aloe. Furthermore, in Chinese, it is commonly identified as 東非蘆薈 (Traditional), 东非芦荟 (Simplified), or simply 东非芦荟.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | صبر سقطري | Wikidata |
| sv | Sokotra-aloe | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 東非蘆薈 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 东非芦荟 | Wikidata |
| zh | 东非芦荟 | Wikidata |
| arz | صبر سقطرى | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 东非芦荟 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a highly restricted and specific geographical range. It is native to the Northeast Tropical Africa region, specifically localized to the Socotra archipelago. Within this unique island environment, the species has adapted to the distinct climatic conditions provided by the area. Because it is endemic to Socotra, its natural occurrence is limited to this single geographic location. Consequently, its entire global distribution remains confined to this specific part of the Indian Ocean.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Socotra | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aloe perryi, is characterized by its distinctive morphological features, particularly its reproductive structures. The flowers are a key component of its anatomy, typically emerging on tall, sturdy inflorescences that rise above the succulent, rosette-forming leaves. These flowers are often brightly colored, serving as a vital part of the plant's life cycle by attracting pollinators to ensure successful reproduction.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aloe perryi has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include glycosides, 6-methyl-5-hepten-2-one, caffeic acid, flavonoids, luteolin.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| glycosides | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6-methyl-5-hepten-2-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin glucoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phytosterols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aloe perryi has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bacteria, breast cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| colon cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liver cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prostate cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |