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Aloin

Aloin

General Description: Aloin is a natural yellowish-brown substance found in the leaves of Aloe vera plants. It is a powerful laxative with detoxifying properties.
Aroma Description: Aloin itself does not have a distinct aroma.
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Aloe

Aloe
Latin Name: Aloe vera
Description of Appearance: Aloe vera is a succulent plant with thick, fleshy leaves that grow in rosette patterns. The leaves are green with serrated edges and contain a clear gel-like substance.
Common Names:
  • Aloe
  • Burn plant
  • Medicine plant
  • First aid plant

Cape Aloe

Cape Aloe
Latin Name: Aloe ferox
Description of Appearance: Aloe ferox is a succulent plant that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It has thick, spiked leaves with a grey-green color and orange or yellow spines along the edges.
Common Names:
  • Cape Aloe
  • Bitter Aloe
  • Red Aloe