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”
Identification: 6½-9½' (2-3 m) high, rarely up to 20' (6 m).
May have some branches. Dead leaves cover a portion of the trunk(s).
Leaf rosettes contain about 30 bluish-green leaves, each up to 26" (65 cm) × 2½" (7 cm).
Leaf edges have reddish brown teeth. Flower stalks heavily branched, each 6-8" (15-20 cm) long. Scarlet or pale pink.
ID is uncertain 
