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Chamaecrista bracteolata

Declining

Overview

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

Chamaecrista bracteolata faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting this drought-sensitive legume.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume inhabits dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops in semi-arid regions. It typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and disturbed areas with sparse vegetation cover.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chamaecrista bracteolata classified as Endangered?
Chamaecrista bracteolata is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Chamaecrista bracteolata faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting this drought-sensitive legume.
Where does Chamaecrista bracteolata live?
Chamaecrista bracteolata 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 Chamaecrista bracteolata?
The main threats to Chamaecrista bracteolata 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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