“Aloe’s flowers”

Aloe was introduced from abroad during the Edo period. It was valued as a folk medicine and is often seen planted along the coast. In winter, when flowers are scarce, aloe flowers add bright colours to the landscape. [JANUARY 2025]

Aloe arborescens

「医者いらず」とも呼ばれ、民間薬として重宝されたアロエ。冬に独特なオレンジ色の花を咲かせます。南アフリカ原産というルーツに納得する色合いです。