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aloé

Aloe vera

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The Barbados aloe (Aloe vera) is a species in the genus Aloe. Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (Cuba, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (Cuba, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).

Names in Other Languages

Spanish acíbar
French aloès vulgaire
German echte Aloe
Portuguese aloé

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of aloé?
The scientific name of aloé is Aloe vera. It belongs to the genus Aloe.
Where does aloé live?
aloé is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (Cuba, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Algeria, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Cyprus, Ecuador, Greece, India, Italy.
What family does aloé belong to?
aloé (Aloe vera) belongs to the genus Aloe, which is part of the taxonomic family Asphodelaceae.
What kingdom does aloé belong to?
aloé (Aloe vera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of aloé?
The closest relatives of aloé in the genus Aloe include aloe, aloé-candelabro, aloe-sabão, babosa, Namib aloe.

Native Range — 26 Countries

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