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Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. Having some 500 species, Aloe is widely distributed, and is considered an invasive species in many world regions. An evergreen perennial, it originates from the Arabian Peninsula, but grows wild in tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates around the world. learn more about aloe vera

- Most types of aloe vera don't have stem. Plant usually grows 24 to 39 inches in height.

- Leaves of aloe vera grow upright and form a rosette. They are green or grayish in color. Leaves are long, thick, fleshy and serrated on the edges. They are sometimes covered with white spots.

- Aloe vera is also known as burn plant (because it soothes burns on the skin) and lily of the desert (because of the habitat where they can be found).

- Aloe vera is used in food industry for the production of yogurts and different beverages.

- Aloe vera is used in cosmetic industry for the manufacture of lotions, shampoos, makeup and soaps.

- Seeds of aloe vera can be used as biofuel.

- Out of 240 known varieties, 4 types of aloe vera are commercially exploited for the production of gels, capsules and other products used to improve humans health.

Aloe vera Facts

- Vitamin C (10.11%)

- Carbohydrate (6.92%)

- Iron (4.50%)

- Calcium (1.90%)

- Sodium (1.27%)