Tanzanian Aloe (Aloe macrosiphon)

Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Aloe macrosiphon. Found in Eastern tropical Africa, Aloe macrosiphon is stemless, perennial, succulent, evergreen plant with rosette leaves. It forms suckers, often freely, and can form large clumps. It is used as a medicinal plant for treatment for various skin conditions such as wounds and burns, haemorrhoids, sore throat, and coughs.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None Known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

In shade at edge of thickets in grassland, often among rocks; at elevations from 1,125 - 1,585 metres. (Zone 9)