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Most people have heard of the Aloe plant family nowadays and many swear by its use for a wide variety of skin complaints and other ailments.

There are over 200 species of Aloe plant, most of them native to Africa, but the most recognised is probably Aloe Barbadensis, better known as Aloe Vera. Although most Aloes have medicinal properties it is this particular variety that has taken the west by storm in recent years.

The sap of the Aloe Vera plant is a thick, mucilaginous gel that can be applied directly to any number of skin complaints such as burns, rashes, cuts, acne, stings and cold sores. It can also provide instant relief from sunburn and will eliminate blemishes caused by over-exposure to the sun when used over a prolonged period of time. It will also greatly reduce scarring and other unsightly damaged skin tissue

It works by pentrating the injured tissue, reducing inflammation, relieving pain and dilating capillaries to increase the blood flow to the wound. It has an intriguing, and effective, mix of antibiotic, astringent, coagulating, pain inhibiting and cell growth stimulating properties. It has been cited as a possible preventative of the aging effect, though this could be down to its intense moisturising qualities. Due to which, it is also employed in many cosmetic preperations.

There is a bitter yellow juice that is produced in the thick leaf epidermis of the plant which is used, often in conjunction with the gel and other natural remedies, for the treatment of internal ailments. The products that are made from the extracts of Aloe Vera can help cure constipation, indigeston, heartburn and ulcers. It is also reported to help with arthritis, asthma, insomnia and haemorrhoids and recent research suggests that it may stimulate the immune system.

Taking Aloe Vera internally must be done with care and, preferably, professional advice as overusage can lead to abdominal pain and other digestive disorders. Pregnant women and lactating mothers should always seek advice as the plant stimulates the uterus (which can bring on premature labour) and may cause gastrointestinal upsets in young babies.

However, that does not detract from the proven benefits of the plant and the thick, green sap can be used liberally, externally, without any adverse side effects.

The health benefits of this wonder plant have been known and documented for thousands of years and it has been used in the Canaries since the days of the original inhabitants of the islands. When the Spanish conquered the archipelago the traditional usages of many curative plants were passed down from generation to generation and kept alive by the local curers. Apparently, Christopher Columbus took a plentiful supply of the Canarian Aloe Vera with him on his voyage to America for use among the crew. The plant thrived on the new continent and is now used and cultivated widely.

The Canaries have the perfect climate for growing Aloe Vera and there are now over 150 hectares given over to the commercial production of the plant throughout the islands. There are several companies manufacturing a variety of products and many of them are conducting on-going tests in conjunction with the Universities of La Laguna and Las Palmas and the Canarian Technological Institute to verify and isolate its healing properties.

One of the best ways of ensuring that you have a constant supply of fresh Aloe Vera is, of course, to grow it yourself. The plant thrives in dry conditions and needs very little care and attention, meaning even the least green-fingered person can easily maintain one or more plants. Whilst the methods for extracting the necessary ingredients for internal use are complicated and must be carried out precisely (and therefore not recommended for home use), using the gel externally is as simple as cutting off a leaf and rubbing the sap on the affected area.

All Aloes love the sun and are perfect for growing on a balcony. They are available at most garden centres and should be planted in wide pots (preferably terracotta), rather than deep ones, as they have a shallow, spreading root system. It is essential that they have adequate drainage so make sure that the pot has sufficient holes in the bottom and always line it with an inch or so of large grit or pepples. A mix of soil with coarse sand or granite grit is best, though garden centres often sell a soil for cacti that will also suffice. They need very little water and only very occasional fertilizing. Plants should be over three years old before being used for healing purposes and mature examples send off shoots that can be detached from the mother plant and placed in their own pot. Not only are they incredibly useful, but they are pretty to look at and seem to exude strength and vibrancy.

Its well worth the effort and, if you look after your Aloe Vera plant, it will certainly look after you.

Source: TenerifeNews

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