Froelichia juncea
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Froelichia juncea faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat conversion of native grasslands for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' specialized requirements for sandy soils and open prairie conditions make it particularly vulnerable to land use changes. Invasive plant species further degrade remaining habitat quality by outcompeting this native annual herb for resources and space.
Habitat
Froelichia juncea inhabits sandy prairies, open grasslands, and disturbed areas with well-drained soils across the central United States. This annual herb requires full sun exposure and thrives in areas with periodic natural disturbance that maintains open growing conditions.