AGAVE AMERICANA

Plant Name: AGAVE AMERICANA

English Name: American aloe, Century plant, Marginata, Malina

Local Name: Agave, Variegated Century Plant

Family: Agavaceae Endl

Uses:
The plant is used internally in the treatment of indigestion, flatulence, constipation, jaundice and dysentery. Steroid drug precursors are obtained from the leaves. A gum from the root and leaf is used in the treatment of toothache. The root is diaphoretic and diuretic. It is used in the treatment of syphilis. All parts of the plant can be harvested for use as required; they can also be dried for later use. The dried leaves and roots store well.