Aloe aurelienii
CR

Aloe aurelienii

Declining

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Overview

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

Aloe aurelienii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range in Madagascar. The species is further threatened by overcollection for horticultural trade, as its distinctive appearance makes 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 aloe requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Aloe aurelienii inhabits dry deciduous forests and rocky outcrops in the central highlands of Madagascar, typically growing on well-drained soils at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. The species requires specific microclimatic conditions with seasonal rainfall patterns and partial shade provided by native vegetation.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoverySpecies reintroductionEx-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aloe aurelienii classified as Critically Endangered?
Aloe aurelienii 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 aurelienii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range in Madagascar. The species is further threatened by overcollection for horticultural trade, as its distinctive appearance makes 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 aloe requires.
Where does Aloe aurelienii live?
Aloe aurelienii 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 aurelienii?
The main threats to Aloe aurelienii 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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