The genus *Aloe* is native to **Africa**, and specifically, **Southern Africa** is considered the most diverse and concentrated region.
Here’s a breakdown:
* **Southern Africa:** Countries like South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe are home to a huge number of *Aloe* species.
* **East Africa:** Countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda also have native *Aloe* species.
* **Madagascar:** The island of Madagascar also has several endemic *Aloe* species.
* **Arabian Peninsula:** Some *Aloe* species are native to this region, particularly the southwestern part (e.g., Yemen, Oman).
While *Aloes* are now cultivated worldwide, their origins are overwhelmingly African, with Southern Africa as the heartland of their diversity.
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