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Aloe plants are turned to medicine by extracting the aloe from the plant. A piece of an aloe vera plant can be used for medicine by tearing a small part of the plant off and rubbing the slimy aloe on the afflicted skin.
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∙ 10y agoAloe plants are used to make aloe gel.
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In reference to Aloe Vera I always thought the plant name was simply Aloe and that Aloe Vera was a product made from the Aloe plant. Is this not true?
No. Aloe is a genus of plants with about 150 different species, of which Aloe vera, also known as Aloe barbadensis is one. The emolient substance derived from the plant is commonly referred to simply as aloe, but the commercial products made from this substance are usually call "aloe vera".In any case Aloe vera and Aloe barbadensis are the two taxonomical names for this plant, but Aloe Vera is the only one used as a common name.
What are the colors of the aloe vera plant?
The aloe plant is green.
Is aloe vera poisonous?
Aloe gel is not edible as such but it is prescribed in Ayurveda to eat as a medicine
Is aloe is a seedless plant?
It is a seedless Plant
Is aloe vera genetically made?
no it is a natural product from the Aloe vera plant
How do you make more aloe plants from one?
You can make more aloe plants from a single aloe plant by breaking the plant into sections. Cut or divide the plant through the center and plant each section.
Types of types aloe vera?
There are around 400 species in the genus Aloe. For a full list, see List of species of genus Aloe. Species include: Aloe vera - used in healthcare & health products Aloe arborescens - used in healthcare Aloe aristata - Torch Plant, Lace Aloe Aloe dichotoma - quiver tree or kokerboom Aloe nyeriensis Aloe variegata - Partridge-breasted Aloe, Tiger Aloe Aloe barbadensis - Barbados Aloe, Common Aloe, Yellow Aloe, Medicinal Aloe. This is the variety used medicinally. Aloe wildii Try google
Is pure aloe from the plant good for skin?
YES,it is the sap of the aloe plant that is put into body lotions that make them work.
Can compost be used on a aloe Vera plant?
yes
In reference to Aloe Vera I always thought the plant name was simply Aloe and that Aloe Vera was a product made from the Aloe plant. Is this not true?
No. Aloe is a genus of plants with about 150 different species, of which Aloe vera, also known as Aloe barbadensis is one. The emolient substance derived from the plant is commonly referred to simply as aloe, but the commercial products made from this substance are usually call "aloe vera".In any case Aloe vera and Aloe barbadensis are the two taxonomical names for this plant, but Aloe Vera is the only one used as a common name.
Can eating an aloe plant make a dog sick?
yes
All about aloe vera?
Aloe Vera is a cultivated succulent plant. The close related species are in northern Africa. The Aloe Vera plant can grow to b about 24-39 inches tall. The plant is often used to treat burns in alternative medicine. The Aloe Vera is also used in cosmetics. The most common form of Aloe vers sold to consumers is in the form of gel.
What is the botanical name of aloe vera?
The scientific name for aloe vera is actually Aloe vera.This is for the common succulent that is used widely for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.Other species of aloe plants exist all over the world, and their taxonomy can be found athttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloe_vera#Taxonomy_and_etymology
Can you use the aloe plant to make face primer or can i use extreme gel that's the name of the gel?
Yes, a person can use the aloe plant to make face primer or they can use extreme gel. Some of the things needed to make face primer besides the aloe plant are Vitamin C and Vitamin E.
What are the colors of the aloe vera plant?
The aloe plant is green.
What is the medicinal use of the aloe vera plant?
Aloe vera jel is used for skin diseases and its juice is anti-oxident
Who Is the Scientist who found the Aloe Vera Plant?
it was used in ancient times
