An imposing single-stemmed tree; the Aloe Ferox is found across South Africa, it inhabits rocky hills, meadows, deserts and savannahs. Because of its spiny leaves, it was named as Ferox or Fierce in Latin. This species of Aloe is known for its medicinal values particularly in healing arthritis. The gel from its leaves can be used to treat wounds and as cosmetics.

The tree can average around 7 to 10 feet high. Its leaves arranged in a rosette formation. It is distinguished by a petticoat on the stem formed from old leaves. The leaves are dull green in color with bluish and reddish in hue. Spines are found on upper and lower leafs. The younger aloe ferox are more spiny than the older Ferox.

Candelabras are created by the ferox flowers. It is carried on five to eight branches. Blooms range from color yellow orange to red. During winters, Ferox blooms produce such an incredible landscape.

Aloe Ferox is a very potent medicinal herb and has been used by various health and cosmetic industries.

The Plant

Aloes have fleshy leaves and tubular blossoms. They are a family of succulents. All over the world there are about 400 different aloe species. The most popular of this plant is the Aloe Vera aside from being a garden plant is widely used in most health, beauty and food products.

The Cape Aloe or the aloe ferox is another specie of aloe it is endemic to Africa. It grows wild in the land is commercially grown with using pesticides and fertilizers. The sap or gel is found in the inner part of the aloe leaf. Aloe ferox unlike aloe vera has aloin or bitter crystal plus it has 35% more amino acids than its cousin.

Uses

*Aloe ferox are more biologically concentrated particularly in the active compounds hence it is a much powerful healer than aloe vera.
*Aloin is the primary ingredient in the aloe ferox’s bitter crystals. It a detoxifier being a powerful laxative and is used to aid digestion.
*Aloe’s bitter powder is a popular African remedy for hay fever and sinusitis. It can be used to protect livestock and pets from parasites.
*Aloe ferox juice is a fiber-rich drink. It helps relaxes mucus membranes and helps alleviate heart burn and stomach aches. It contains energy minerals which boost our metabolism; hence it can be used before one partakes in any high-energy activity.
*Aloe gel helps moisturizes skin, it hastens cell growth and reduces swelling it also fights bacteria. Beauty industries have used aloe extensively for its anti-aging products.
*Aloe ferox supplements are available in the market. These ferox supplements help address a range of health issues. For pain relief, detoxification, joint flexibility, weight loss etc. there is an aloe ferox supplement for you.
*Aloe ferox can be effectively use for skin care. It can be in the form of skin cleansers, skin toners and sun screen.
*The Aloe Ferox is finally moving under the shadows of its more popular cousin the aloe vera. Proven much powerful and effective, the aloe ferox is a potent health care tool.

You may also check Aloe Vera Pictures for further details about the plant.