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Impatiens buccinalis

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Overview

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

Impatiens buccinalis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' ability to adapt or migrate.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic balsam inhabits moist montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It typically grows in shaded understory conditions with high humidity and well-drained soils along stream banks and forest clearings.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies managementEx-situ conservationAwareness & communications

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VU

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Impatiens digitata

Unknown

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VU

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Diaphananthe vagans

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Impatiens buccinalis classified as Endangered?
Impatiens buccinalis is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Impatiens buccinalis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' ability to adapt or migrate.
Where does Impatiens buccinalis live?
Impatiens buccinalis occurs in São Tomé & Príncipe. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Impatiens buccinalis?
The main threats to Impatiens buccinalis 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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