Aloe bellatula
CR

Aloe bellatula

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 bellatula faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar. The species is further threatened by overcollection for the horticultural trade, as its attractive rosette form and distinctive spotted leaves 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 species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Aloe bellatula inhabits rocky outcrops and sandy soils in the dry deciduous forests and spiny thickets of southwestern Madagascar. The species typically grows in well-drained areas with partial shade, often among granite boulders or on limestone substrates at elevations between 50-400 meters.

Grassland· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aloe bellatula classified as Critically Endangered?
Aloe bellatula 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 bellatula faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar. The species is further threatened by overcollection for the horticultural trade, as its attractive rosette form and distinctive spotted leaves 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 species requires.
Where does Aloe bellatula live?
Aloe bellatula 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 bellatula?
The main threats to Aloe bellatula are 2.3, 3.2, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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