Lepechinia rufocampii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Lepechinia rufocampii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native Andean habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment its already limited range, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones to higher elevations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and habitat degradation.
Habitat
This endemic mint species inhabits montane scrublands and rocky slopes in the Andes, typically found at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. It grows in well-drained soils among native shrubland communities and along stream margins in semi-arid mountain environments.