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Lychnophora rupestris

Declining

Overview

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

Lychnophora rupestris faces severe pressure from mining activities and quarrying operations that directly destroy its rocky outcrop habitat in the Espinhaço Range. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion of surrounding areas fragment remaining populations, while unregulated collection for ornamental and medicinal purposes further reduces wild numbers. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific microclimate conditions this endemic species requires on exposed rock faces.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits rocky outcrops, quartzite formations, and exposed granite surfaces in the Espinhaço Range of Minas Gerais. It grows specifically on well-drained, nutrient-poor soils in crevices and ledges of high-altitude rock faces, typically between 900-1,400 meters elevation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lychnophora rupestris classified as Endangered?
Lychnophora rupestris 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. Lychnophora rupestris faces severe pressure from mining activities and quarrying operations that directly destroy its rocky outcrop habitat in the Espinhaço Range. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion of surrounding areas fragment remaining populations, while unregulated collection for ornamental and medicinal purposes further reduces wild numbers. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific microclimate conditions this endemic species requires on exposed rock faces.
Where does Lychnophora rupestris live?
Lychnophora rupestris 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 Lychnophora rupestris?
The main threats to Lychnophora rupestris 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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