Barbadian Aloe vs Aloe maculata

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Barbadian Aloe

Aloe vera var. barbadensis

Skin and Topical

Aloe maculata

Skin and Topical

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Barbadian Aloe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Aloe maculata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

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

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

Active Compounds

aloin, barbaloin, acemannan, anthroquinones

aloin, saponins, anthraquinones, polysaccharides

Traditional Uses

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

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

Modern Uses

wound healing, laxative, anti-inflammatory

Wound healing, Skin cleanser, Laxative, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

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

Topical gel; Latex: 20mg aloin/day maximum

Contraindications

pregnancy - laxative properties, intestinal inflammation

Pregnancy, Children under 12 internally, Kidney disease

Side Effects

electrolyte imbalance with latex, diarrhea

Laxative cramping, Skin sensitization possible

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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