Aloe
Aloe, commonly known as Aloe vera, is a versatile succulent celebrated for its remarkable healing properties. Renowned for its soothing gel, this medicinal plant is widely used to treat burns, skin irritations, and wounds. Beyond skincare, its antioxidant-rich composition offers significant health benefits, making it a staple in natural wellness.
- Scientific name: Aloe
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Europe
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 further classified under the family Asphodelaceae. Ultimately, it is categorized under 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several regions in Europe. In Middle Europe, its presence can be noted specifically within Austria. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found throughout various parts of Southwestern Europe. This distribution includes the islands of Baleares and Corse. Additionally, the species is widely established in both France and Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aloe has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aloin, aloe emodin, gamma-coniceine.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aloin | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| aloe emodin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gamma-coniceine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aloe has 6 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aloe has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, gastrointestinal disorders.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |