VU

Ludwigia anastomosans

Declining

Overview

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

Ludwigia anastomosans faces severe pressure from wetland drainage and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in southeastern Brazil. Urban expansion and water pollution from agricultural runoff further degrade the shallow freshwater habitats this species requires. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the seasonal flooding cycles essential for its reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic plant inhabits shallow freshwater wetlands, seasonal pools, and marshy areas in the Atlantic Forest region of southeastern Brazil. It requires specific hydrological conditions with periodic flooding and nutrient-rich sediments typical of lowland wetland ecosystems.

Savanna· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ludwigia anastomosans classified as Vulnerable?
Ludwigia anastomosans 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. Ludwigia anastomosans faces severe pressure from wetland drainage and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in southeastern Brazil. Urban expansion and water pollution from agricultural runoff further degrade the shallow freshwater habitats this species requires. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the seasonal flooding cycles essential for its reproductive success.
Where does Ludwigia anastomosans live?
Ludwigia anastomosans 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 Ludwigia anastomosans?
The main threats to Ludwigia anastomosans 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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