CR

Ludwigia stricta

Unknown

Overview

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

Ludwigia stricta faces severe population decline primarily due to wetland habitat destruction and agricultural conversion throughout its native range. Urban development and water management projects have eliminated many of the seasonal wetlands and pond margins this species requires for reproduction. Competition from invasive plant species and altered hydrology from dam construction further threaten remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic plant inhabits shallow freshwater wetlands, seasonal ponds, and marshy areas with fluctuating water levels. It typically grows in muddy substrates along pond margins and in temporary pools that experience periodic drying cycles.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ludwigia stricta classified as Critically Endangered?
Ludwigia stricta is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Ludwigia stricta faces severe population decline primarily due to wetland habitat destruction and agricultural conversion throughout its native range. Urban development and water management projects have eliminated many of the seasonal wetlands and pond margins this species requires for reproduction. Competition from invasive plant species and altered hydrology from dam construction further threaten remaining populations.
Where does Ludwigia stricta live?
Ludwigia stricta 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 stricta?
The main threats to Ludwigia stricta 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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