Aloe vera, also known as the medicinal aloe, is a species of succulent plant and is frequently cited as being used in herbal medicine. In India, the plant is known as Ghritkumari or Gheekvar and is used in Ayurveda medicines. In Tamil nadu, Aloe vera is known as katraazhai, and it has also a pet name kumari. Since use of Aloe vera extends one's longevity it has that pet name.