The genus Aloe (scientific name: Aloe), commonly known as aloe, is native to the Mediterranean and Africa. It is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Aloe. According to research, there are more than 300 wild aloe species, mainly distributed in Africa and other places. This plant is popular among the public, mainly because it is easy to grow and is an ornamental plant with both flowers and leaves. There are only six edible varieties, and the main aloe varieties with medicinal value are: Aloe vera (also known as Barbados Aloe or Aloe Vera Aloe Barbadensis/Aloe Vera) Aloe Vera (distributed in northern Africa and the West Indies) ), Cape Aloe (distributed in southern Africa), Yuanjiang Aloe, etc.

Medicinal value

Effects: purge fire; detoxify; remove blood stasis; kill insects. The main symptoms include red eyes; constipation; white turbidity; hematuria; epilepsy in children; malnutrition; burns and scalds; amenorrhea in women; hemorrhoids; scabies; carbuncle, furuncle, swollen poison, and bruises.

Pharmacological effects: bactericidal effect, anti-inflammatory effect, moisturizing and beautifying effect, stomachic and purgative effect, cardiotonic and blood circulation effect, immune and regenerative effect, immune and anti-tumor effect, detoxification effect, anti-aging effect, soothing effect Pain, sedation, sun protection. [9]

Medicinal taboos: Nature and flavor: bitter, cold. Pregnant women should not take it, and those with weak spleen and stomach should not take it.