Lilac Coral
VU

Lilac Coral

Ramariopsis pulchella

Unknown

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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.

The Lilac Coral faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to forest fragmentation and logging activities that alter the microclimate conditions essential for its growth. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting temperature and moisture patterns that affect the delicate fungal networks this species depends upon. Pollution from agricultural runoff and atmospheric deposition further compromises the soil chemistry in its woodland habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ramariopsis pulchella typically grows in deciduous and mixed woodlands, particularly favoring areas with rich, well-drained soils and stable moisture levels. The species is often found among leaf litter and decaying organic matter in mature forest ecosystems where it forms important mycorrhizal associations.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lilac Coral classified as Vulnerable?
Lilac Coral 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. The Lilac Coral faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to forest fragmentation and logging activities that alter the microclimate conditions essential for its growth. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting temperature and moisture patterns that affect the delicate fungal networks this species depends upon. Pollution from agricultural runoff and atmospheric deposition further compromises the soil chemistry in its woodland habitats.
Where does Lilac Coral live?
Lilac Coral occurs in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Brazil, and Canada (plus 29 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lilac Coral?
The main threats to Lilac Coral 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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