Means “goddess” in ancient Sanskrit, for its reputed use as a beauty aid; some sources suggest that the name comes from Alloeh, meaning “shining bitter substance”
This aloe cross is a native of South Africa. I couldn't find any information about it.
I did find a study of the two species this is a cross between—Aloe arborescens and
Aloe ferox—and
both of these have been found to share Aloe vera’s curative properties, so perhaps this cross is
beneficial too.