Cenchrus articularis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Cenchrus articularis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its native range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while invasive plant species compete for resources and alter ecosystem dynamics. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns that affect this grass species' reproductive cycles and establishment success.
Habitat
Cenchrus articularis inhabits dry grasslands, semi-arid savannas, and open woodland margins in tropical and subtropical regions. This perennial grass species typically grows in well-drained soils and can tolerate seasonal drought conditions.