Required details on Aloevera.

[thirumalai]

I am doing Ph.D., in the field of Agriculture microbiology. I would like to cultivate some economic plants in our land. I am much interested in the medicinal plant, in paticularly Aleo vera. For that I search some thing in the net. I came across your web site. I want some basic Idea to start this agriculture. could you help me?

With regards,

V. Thirumalai Arasu
Email: vthirum13@yahoo.com

[Ashwini]

hi thirumalai,

Herez a few details about aloe vera cultivation.................
NAME: Aloe vera (Burn Plant)

DESCRIPTION: This mildly spiky succulent grows as a rosette. Clumps grow to about 60cm tall. The leaves are grey green and striated with pale markings. They are very thick and fleshy and ooze a clear, gel-like substance when cut or broken. It bears yellow tubular flowers in summer and is actually a member of the lily family.

ORIGIN: Most probably North Africa

CULTIVATION: Aloe vera is easily propagated from offsets from an established plant. It is possible to raise plants from seed which is sown in spring. The plant requires a well-drained position, protected from hot late afternoon sun and needs more water than many succulents. However it cannot cope with being water-logged, so plant in a raised bed or in a freely-draining pot.

USES: Aloe vera gel has always been highly prized as a treatment for minor burns. It can also be used to soothe sunburn and other skin afflictions. The gel is also used extensively in a wide range of cosmetics and skin-care products. While some claims are also made for its efficacy when taken internally, it is its use for healing and soothing the skin that is well documented.

Check these links
http://www.naturesherbal.com/Aloe_Vera.htm

All these will give you a general idea then you can decide if you can go in for the cultivation. If you need still details you can contact me.

With Best Wishes

Ashwini

[thirumalai]

Thank you very much for your reply.

Regarding with aloa vera I got Some basic idea about cultivation and other in the net. Do you have any Idea about the machinaries to extract the GEL.

With regards,