Aloe vera is a specific type of plant from the subclass of Aloe succulents,
most admired across generations for its medicinal and curative properties. This chapter
reviews the phytochemistry and pharmacology of Aloe vera, its bioactive compounds,
and its pharmacological efficiencies. Aloe vera contains a wide phytochemical profile
with numerous polysaccharides, glycoproteins, anthraquinones, active vitamins and
minerals, and enzymes, all of which are vital to the manifold curative effects of aloe.
This chapter discusses the extraction methods, chemical properties, and
pharmacodynamics responsible for the anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant,
and wound-healing properties of the plant. Moreover, this chapter explores the current
and potential applications of aloe vera in clinical practice, as well as potential
directions for further scientific investigation. In this chapter, an attempt has been made
to review and discuss a wealth of information on the various benefits of aloe vera by
synthesizing both folklore uses and modern pharmacological perspectives.
Keywords: Aloe vera, Bioactive compounds, Clinical applications, Pharmacodynamics, Wound healing properties.
