Aloe flexilifolia

Aloe flexilifolia is endemic to the Usambara Mountains of north-east Tanzania. Uses Sap from crushed roots and leaves of Aloe flexilifolia is applied by the Shambaa people of Tanzania to reduce swelling of the testicles and scrotum. Properties The distinctive constituents in Aloe are phenolic compounds, notably chromone, anthraquinone or anthrone derivatives. The exudate of Aloe flexilifolia is known to be caustic, and is rich in aloin. More