VU

Gentianella hypericoides

Unknown

Overview

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

Gentianella hypericoides faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitats. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions to higher elevations where suitable habitat may be limited. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andes pose additional localized threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This alpine gentian inhabits high-altitude grasslands and páramo ecosystems in the Andes, typically growing in moist, well-drained soils between 3,000-4,200 meters elevation. It favors open areas with seasonal moisture patterns and is often found in association with other endemic Andean flora in these specialized montane environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gentianella hypericoides classified as Vulnerable?
Gentianella hypericoides 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 hypericoides faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitats. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions to higher elevations where suitable habitat may be limited. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andes pose additional localized threats to remaining populations.
Where does Gentianella hypericoides live?
Gentianella hypericoides occurs in Ecuador, and Santuario de Flora y Fauna Galeras. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gentianella hypericoides?
The main threats to Gentianella hypericoides 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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