(In appearance, the leaves most resemble those of Aloe martialii of north Madagascar.)

The leaves are highly succulent, but slender (maximum 8 cm wide at base).

Its seeds develop in fleshy berries, which are teardrop shaped, 1.5 – 2 cm long and contain a dark liquid.

Two additional plants recorded in cultivation in Mauritius, came from other localities on the island - one from Solitude and the other from Cascade Victoire.

Its preferred habitat is exposed rocky ridges, especially on the higher mountains, where these plants were typically found growing in groups.