Cenchrus henryanus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Cenchrus henryanus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while invasive plant species compete for resources and alter ecosystem dynamics. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting this grass species' reproductive cycles and establishment success.
Habitat
This grass species inhabits dry grasslands, open woodlands, and savanna ecosystems, typically growing in well-drained soils at moderate elevations. It occurs in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and can tolerate periodic drought conditions.