Draft:Aloe plant

Heritage and indigenous medicine ;The healing properties of the aloe plant-Estern Cape Indigenous knowledgen of healing is passed on from generations to generations by healers. Part of this indigenous knowledge is about the characteristics of plants. The aloe The aloe has been used as a special healing plant for generations. The aloe grows in the Estern Cape. In isiXhosa, the aloe is called ikhala.The juicy leaves of the aloe are used as medicine for stomch aches, and to help heal cuts and burns. Juice from the plant can aslo be used to keep the skin soft. Many modern medicine have their origins in plants, which have been used for thousands of years in the treatment of illness and disease. Today there is a growing interest in natural and indigenous medicines, and scientists all over the world are looking for new cures with the help of traditional healers. Indigenous- coming naturally from or belonging to geographical area. Characteristics-notable qualities of a person, place or thing. The aloe plant is a plant that grows in the Estern Cape. It has many healing properties. It store water in it's thick, freshy-green leaves. The leaves are sharp and spiky. Traditional-the way things were done long ago. Architecture-design and the construction of towns and buildings. culture-the way communities of people do things.