Dyerophytum socotranum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Dyerophytum socotranum faces severe pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which degrades its specialized limestone habitat. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to habitat destruction from infrastructure development and quarrying activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic succulent.
Habitat
This endemic succulent inhabits rocky limestone outcrops and cliff faces in the semi-arid highlands of Socotra Island. It grows in crevices and on steep slopes where it can access moisture from fog and occasional rainfall while avoiding direct competition with other vegetation.