VU

Dalea jamesonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Dalea jamesonii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited Andean range. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment its already restricted habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions to higher elevations where the species cannot easily migrate.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous shrub inhabits dry montane slopes and rocky outcrops in the Andes, typically growing in well-drained soils between 2,500-3,500 meters elevation. It occurs in semi-arid scrublands and open grasslands where it forms part of the native high-altitude plant communities.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dalea jamesonii classified as Vulnerable?
Dalea jamesonii is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Dalea jamesonii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited Andean range. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment its already restricted habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions to higher elevations where the species cannot easily migrate.
Where does Dalea jamesonii live?
Dalea jamesonii 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 Dalea jamesonii?
The main threats to Dalea jamesonii 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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