CR

Baccharis orientalis

Unknown

Overview

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

Baccharis orientalis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species competition and altered fire regimes further threaten the specialized shrubland ecosystems this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Baccharis orientalis inhabits specialized shrubland and grassland ecosystems, typically occurring in well-drained soils of montane and submontane regions. The species is adapted to fire-prone environments and requires open to semi-open habitats with specific soil chemistry and drainage conditions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Baccharis orientalis classified as Critically Endangered?
Baccharis orientalis 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. Baccharis orientalis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species competition and altered fire regimes further threaten the specialized shrubland ecosystems this species depends upon.
Where does Baccharis orientalis live?
Baccharis orientalis occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Baccharis orientalis?
The main threats to Baccharis orientalis are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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