VU

Euphorbia apurimacensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Euphorbia apurimacensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in Peru's Apurímac region, where traditional farming practices increasingly encroach upon its native habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes in the Andean valleys.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Peruvian euphorbia inhabits dry inter-Andean valleys and rocky slopes in the Apurímac region, typically growing in arid scrubland and semi-desert environments at moderate elevations. The species is adapted to harsh, drought-prone conditions with poor soils and intense solar radiation characteristic of these Andean rain-shadow zones.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Euphorbia apurimacensis classified as Vulnerable?
Euphorbia apurimacensis 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. Euphorbia apurimacensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in Peru's Apurímac region, where traditional farming practices increasingly encroach upon its native habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes in the Andean valleys.
Where does Euphorbia apurimacensis live?
Euphorbia apurimacensis occurs in Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Euphorbia apurimacensis?
The main threats to Euphorbia apurimacensis 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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