Aloe fragilis
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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 fragilis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar. The species is further threatened by overcollection for horticultural trade, as its attractive rosette form makes it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance this species requires in its specialized rocky habitat.
Habitat
Aloe fragilis inhabits rocky outcrops and cliff faces in dry deciduous forests and scrublands of Madagascar, typically growing in crevices where it can access limited moisture while avoiding direct competition with larger vegetation. The species shows a strong preference for well-drained, mineral-rich soils on steep slopes at elevations between 200-800 meters.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in ASPHODELACEAE
Threatened in Madagascar
Frequently asked questions
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