VU

Gentianella crassulifloia

Unknown

Overview

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

Gentianella crassulifloia faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitats. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already restricted range. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force alpine species to migrate upslope, potentially eliminating suitable habitat at the highest elevations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This alpine gentian inhabits high-altitude grasslands and rocky slopes in the Andes, typically occurring between 3,500-4,500 meters elevation. It grows in well-drained soils among cushion plants and other specialized high-altitude vegetation adapted to extreme temperature fluctuations and intense UV radiation.

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VU

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Unknown
VU

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gentianella crassulifloia classified as Vulnerable?
Gentianella crassulifloia 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. Gentianella crassulifloia faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitats. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already restricted range. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force alpine species to migrate upslope, potentially eliminating suitable habitat at the highest elevations.
Where does Gentianella crassulifloia live?
Gentianella crassulifloia 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 Gentianella crassulifloia?
The main threats to Gentianella crassulifloia 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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