VU

Gentianella saxifragoides

Unknown

Overview

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

Gentianella saxifragoides faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted alpine environments. Climate change poses a particular threat as warming temperatures force this cold-adapted species to retreat to increasingly limited high-altitude refugia. Agricultural expansion and grazing pressure in montane areas further fragment its already patchy distribution, while the species' specialized pollination requirements make it vulnerable to ecosystem disruption.

Threat summary

Habitat

This alpine gentian inhabits rocky slopes, scree fields, and grasslands at high elevations, typically between 3,000-4,500 meters. It favors well-drained, mineral-rich soils in open montane environments with intense UV exposure and extreme temperature fluctuations.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gentianella saxifragoides classified as Vulnerable?
Gentianella saxifragoides 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 saxifragoides faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted alpine environments. Climate change poses a particular threat as warming temperatures force this cold-adapted species to retreat to increasingly limited high-altitude refugia. Agricultural expansion and grazing pressure in montane areas further fragment its already patchy distribution, while the species' specialized pollination requirements make it vulnerable to ecosystem disruption.
Where does Gentianella saxifragoides live?
Gentianella saxifragoides 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 saxifragoides?
The main threats to Gentianella saxifragoides 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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