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Aloe, Cape
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Scientific Name: Aloe ferox
Common Name: Cape Aloe
Other Common Names: Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe, Bitteraalwyn, Bergaalwyn,
iNhlaba, iKhala, Tap Aloe
Plant Type: Perennial
Where To Plant: Pot Plant
Soil Types: Average
Zones (See US Zone map): 11-+ or pot plant
Germination: Easy
Number of Seeds Per Pack: 25
Uses: Medicinal
Notes: Herbal Laxative. Pharmaceutical source of aloe, used as a Purgative. Good to grow in your House or Green House
ALOE FEROX. Pharmaceutical source of aloe used as a purgative. Contains anthraquinone glycosides, principally barbaloin, which are responsible for the purgative action. Also, an ingredient of the 'Swedish Bitters'
popularized by European herbalist Maria Treben. Attractive succulent from South Africa. Adapts well to home or greenhouse environment.
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Any statement made concerning medical
conditions treated with this herb is not intended as sound medical advice. The
seeds are NOT to be ingested only planted. Herbs need to taken only with
the guidance of a trained physician or established herblist.
Cape
Aloe Flower
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