CR

Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum

Declining

Overview

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

Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from agricultural runoff. Its extremely restricted distribution amplifies the impact of any local disturbances, pushing this endemic plant toward extinction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits seasonal wetlands, shallow pools, and marshy areas with specific water chemistry requirements. It typically grows in nutrient-poor, acidic soils that remain waterlogged during certain periods of the year.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum classified as Critically Endangered?
Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from agricultural runoff. Its extremely restricted distribution amplifies the impact of any local disturbances, pushing this endemic plant toward extinction.
Where does Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum live?
Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum?
The main threats to Eriocaulon parvicapitulatum are 1.1, 2.1, 5.3, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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