Aloe Vera Plant

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1. Entry 1

   Aloe vera is native to the southern Arabian Peninsula, particularly the Hajar Mountains of northeastern Oman and the eastern United Arab Emirates, though it has naturalized across arid regions worldwide.

2. Entry 2

   Trade routes for aloe were well-established across the Red Sea and Mediterranean by the 4th century BCE, and ancient Egyptians revered it as the "plant of immortality" used in cosmetic and medicinal preparations.

3. Entry 3

   Aloe vera gel has been applied topically for millennia to treat burns, wounds, and skin irritation; the plant remained a primary ingredient in over-the-counter laxatives until removed by the FDA later.

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