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Aloe postage stamp, South Africa

  • 1953

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1953 South African postage stamp featuring an illustration of Aloe africana plants. Aloe africana is a large tree-like plant. It has been used in both traditional and modern medicine to treat topical skin issues, as well as digestive issues, arthritis, and infections.

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  • 3 cm W x 2.5 cm H
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  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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  • Box 5

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“Aloe Postage Stamp, South Africa,” 1953. Witco Stamp Collection, Box 5. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/20psm8g.

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