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                                     �Aloe�
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    (Aloe Vera). the juice exuded from aloe leaves is used as a purgative or
    cathartic* for persons of sedentary habits and phlegmatic constitutions,
    but requires the addition of carminative to moderate its tendency to
    constipate. It is also extremely bitter to the taste. Because it is such
    a soothing liquid, the juice is also used externally in many cosmetics
    for healing stubborn X-ray burns, all sorts of skin problems, sunburn*,
    burns and insect bites. Grow it in your kitchen for immediate access in
    case of burns.

                           Magical Correspondences:

    Gender Orientation  : Feminine
    Planet Orientation  : Moon
    Element Orientation : Water
    Realms of Influence : Protection, Luck

       The Aloe is popular as a houseplant not only for its medicinal purposes,
    but because it is thought to guard against negative influences and to help
    prevent household accidents. In Africa the aloe is hung over houses and
    doors to drive away negative forces and draw luck.
       In Mexico, large wreathes made of whole garlic bulbs strung on wire are
    festooned with pictures of saints, packets of magical herbs, lodestones,
    rock salt, pine nuts and clumps of freshly-cut aloe. These are hung up in
    the home for protection, luck, money, and so on.