Aloe descoingsii
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Aloe descoingsii var. descoingsii
- Plant type
- Succulent
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Offset
- Native range
- Madagascar dry regions
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plant
- 1 public plant
- collector
- 1 collector
What Aloe descoingsii is
Aloe descoingsii is a small, upright succulent. It grows naturally in the dry regions of Madagascar. You will notice its compact rosette form.
Living with this plant is straightforward if you have a sunny spot. You can expect it to produce offsets over time. These little additions allow you to start new plants easily.
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The plant contains anthraquinone glycosides, which can cause digestive irritation if ingested.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI. Not veterinary or medical advice — check with a professional before letting a pet or a child near an unfamiliar plant.
People and Aloe descoingsii
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-cultivation
In the wild
This plant developed in the dry, warm environments of Madagascar. It evolved to store moisture in its leaves to survive long periods without rainfall.
- Modern era
Inside your home
It has become a frequent addition to collections for those who appreciate miniature succulents. You care for it by mimicking its native dry conditions.
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People growing Aloe descoingsii
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Recent Aloe descoingsii
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Other Aloe
Species and cultivars from the same genus, straight out of the reference catalogue.
Frequently asked about Aloe descoingsii
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Aloe descoingsii?
Aloe descoingsii is a species in the Aloe genus. Commonly known as Aloe descoingsii subsp. augustina, a succulent, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Madagascar dry regions.
How do you care for Aloe descoingsii?
Reference care guidance for Aloe descoingsii: full sun light, low watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Aloe descoingsii?
Aloe descoingsii is rare on collecto.rs — fewer than five public collectors currently track it. Add yours to be one of the first.
Where can I see real photos of Aloe descoingsii?
Browse public Aloe descoingsii collections on collecto.rs to see photos uploaded by the people growing it. Each item links to the collector's profile, with notes, acquisition date, and growth photos.
Can I track my own Aloe descoingsii on collecto.rs?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your Aloe descoingsii, upload photos, track care notes, and connect with other Aloe descoingsii collectors. Your collection stays private by default; you choose what to make public.