CR

Aloe albiflora

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Aloe albiflora faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species is further threatened by overcollection for horticultural trade, as its distinctive white flowers make it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance this specialized aloe requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Aloe albiflora inhabits rocky outcrops and steep slopes in arid mountainous regions, typically growing in well-drained soils with sparse vegetation cover. The species is adapted to harsh conditions with extreme temperature fluctuations and limited water availability.

Forest· majorGrassland· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aloe albiflora classified as Critically Endangered?
Aloe albiflora is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Aloe albiflora faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species is further threatened by overcollection for horticultural trade, as its distinctive white flowers make it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance this specialized aloe requires.
Where does Aloe albiflora live?
Aloe albiflora occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aloe albiflora?
The main threats to Aloe albiflora are 2.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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