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Aloe arborescens, also know as the tree aloe, torch aloe, candelabra aloe or krantz aloe, is a hardy succulent perennial plant from the Aloe family Asphodelaceae, which is native to the south-eastern coast of Africa (Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe).
This drought-tolerant succulent prefers to grow in sandy or rocky well-drained soil. It is usually found growing along exposed ridges, cliffs and rocky outcrops in mountainous areas, but is well adapted to grow anywhere from mountain tops all the way down to sea level, and even in habitats such as dense bush and coastal forests. Being salt-tolerant, this Aloe can tolerate coastal conditions.
The medicinal value of Aloe arborescens is recognised across many cultures, as its a very popular traditional medicinal plant in South Africa, Asia, Russia, Italy and Japan, but there has been renewed interest after it was found that Aloe arborescens contains higher concentrations of active medicinal constituents than other Aloe species, including Aloe vera.
The active constituents in Aloe leaves have been reported to show antibacterial, antimicrobial, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, anti-rheumatoid, anticancer, and anti-diabetic activities. They have found use in treating constipation, detoxification, and supporting immune system deficiencies. Clinical trials have validated the use of Aloe gel as a wound and burn-healing topical agent, and as an anti-hyperglycemic for use in managing diabetes.
