Aloe Vera
Climate zone: Tropical – Dry – Temperate – Continental – Polar
You have probably seen the name ‘Aloe Vera’ when walking through your local drug store. This plant has made a name for itself through its medicinal properties and is now marketed in many cosmetics and health products. It originates from the Arabian Peninsula and grows best in warm and tropical or dry climates. Aloe Vera is a perennial – it does not have to be replanted every year. In agroforestry systems, it has proven to show increased growth rates and higher yields.
75
nutrients
12
vitamines
$1.60 billion
Market value
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