ALOES Aloe communis or socotrina. Liliaceae.

The Indians call the aloes 'Wands of Heaven' because of their wonderful medicinal powers.

All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.

[ Home ] [ Houseplants ] [ Nurseries ] [ Herbs ] [ Events ] [ Planner ] [ Tips ] [ Services ]

	Wands of Heaven The Indians call the aloes 'Wands of Heaven' because of their wonderful medicinal powers.

Annual/biennial/Perennial	Perennial
Appearance	Tall, fleshy and spiked long leaves.
Height	2 ft/60cms
Growing Position	Outside in the summer only when frosts have passed, otherwise always indoors.
Fertiliser	Rainwater or light organic fertiliser.
Propagation and soil	Good drainage in sandy soil. Small plants appear from beneath the soil and can be seperated when established.
Spring	Indoors
Summer	Outdoors
Autumn	Indoors
Winter	Indoors
Use	Leaves.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary	Medicinal and Culinary
Areas of help	Constipation, indigestion, heat rash, ulcers, burns, blood cleanser and laxative.
Storage	Freshly squeezed externally or from the health shop for internal consumption.
Specific Use	Few people are allergic to aloe but to be sure apply a small amount of gel behind the ear and check for any signs of rash, stinging or irritation. Apply the squeezed thick gel from the inside of the leaf directly onto a burn very quickly and allow plenty of time to dry. Leave for as long as possible, at least two days. It works by sealing the burn airtight, blistering does not occur and scarring is lessened. Sunburn can be treated in the same way Apply the squeezed gel from the inside of the leaf directly to heat rash and allow to dry. Easy to buy readily prepared juice in health food shops.
Recipe Large doses can be harmful.

[ Home ] [ Houseplants ] [ Nurseries ] [ Herbs ] [ Events ] [ Planner ] [ Tips ] [ Services ]