VU

Hypericum fieriense

Unknown

Overview

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

Hypericum fieriense faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane range. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have reduced the quality of its specialized high-altitude grassland habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane grasslands and rocky slopes at high elevations, typically found in specialized alpine and subalpine environments. It occurs in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal moisture patterns characteristic of mountain ecosystems.

Shrubland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hypericum fieriense classified as Vulnerable?
Hypericum fieriense 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. Hypericum fieriense faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane range. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have reduced the quality of its specialized high-altitude grassland habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Hypericum fieriense live?
Hypericum fieriense 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 Hypericum fieriense?
The main threats to Hypericum fieriense 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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