Plant Family

Asphodelaceae

Pictured: Aloe

Aloe family

Succulent and rhizomatous monocots rich in soothing mucilage and anthraquinones.

1 Herb // 11 Constituents // 3 Notable Members

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Overview

The Aloe Family

Succulent and rhizomatous monocots rich in soothing mucilage and anthraquinones.

Materia Medica

Herbs in This Family

The monograph in the database whose Asphodelaceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.

Aloe

Aloe vera

Anti-InflammatoryAntidiabeticEmollientImmunomodulator +4

Phytochemistry

Characteristic Chemistry

The compounds recorded for this family's single member, grouped by class.

Phenolics 6
Terpenoids 2
Carbohydrates 2
Other Constituents 1

Beyond the Database

Also in This Family

Notable members without a monograph yet.

  • Bulbine
  • Torch lily (Kniphofia)
  • Asphodel

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