Aloe maculata vs Barbadian Aloe

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Aloe maculata

Skin and Topical

Barbadian Aloe

Aloe vera var. barbadensis

Skin and Topical

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Aloe maculata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Barbadian Aloe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Short-stemmed aloe of South Africa with spotted leaves and orange-red flowers, used as soap substitute and medicine.

Classic aloe variety from Barbados, the standard medicinal aloe used globally for skin healing and digestive conditions.

Active Compounds

aloin, saponins, anthraquinones, polysaccharides

aloin, barbaloin, acemannan, anthroquinones

Traditional Uses

Traditional Khoikhoi use as soap substitute and for skin conditions, Used in southern African folk medicine for wound healing and digestive conditions

sunburn and wound healing in Caribbean folk medicine, digestive laxative, treatment of constipation

Modern Uses

Wound healing, Skin cleanser, Laxative, Anti-inflammatory

wound healing, laxative, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Topical gel; Latex: 20mg aloin/day maximum

Topical as needed; 50-200mg dried latex for laxative

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Children under 12 internally, Kidney disease

pregnancy - laxative properties, intestinal inflammation

Side Effects

Laxative cramping, Skin sensitization possible

electrolyte imbalance with latex, diarrhea

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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