What is an Aloe Vera Plant?
Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. It 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.
Where Can I Buy Aloe Vera Plant In South Africa?
Aloe Vera for South Africa
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Garden World Nursery
Address: Beyers Naudé Dr, Muldersdrift, 1747, South Africa
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Phone: +27 11 957 2046
Where in South Africa does aloe vera grow?
Aloe africana is restricted to the southeastern and southwestern part of South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape, and is particularly common near Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and the lower Gamtoos River. It is mainly confined to hills and flats, growing in thicket and renewable vegetation.
What diseases are cured by aloe vera?
Several studies have shown the positive effects of Aloe vera in treating wounds such as psoriasis, mouth sores, ulcers, diabetes, herpes, bedsores, and burn wounds.
How long does it take for aloe vera to cure?
It is also an effective moisturizing agent. For this reason, aloe vera gel has gained tremendous popularity for relief of burns. In one study, burn sites treated with aloe healed completely in less than 16 days compared to 19 days for sites treated with silver sulfadiazine.