Conyza varia
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Conyza varia faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic fleabane for resources, while altered fire regimes and grazing pressure further degrade its specialized habitat requirements.
Habitat
Conyza varia typically inhabits dry, rocky slopes and disturbed soils in Mediterranean-type ecosystems, often growing in gaps within shrubland communities. The species shows preference for well-drained, calcareous substrates at moderate elevations where it can establish in areas with reduced competition from larger vegetation.
