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Micranthemum rotundatum

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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.

Micranthemum rotundatum faces severe threats from wetland habitat destruction and degradation across its limited range. Urban development, agricultural expansion, and water pollution have eliminated many of the shallow freshwater habitats this species requires. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns and water levels further threaten remaining populations of this critically endangered aquatic plant.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic plant inhabits shallow freshwater environments including pond margins, slow-moving streams, and seasonal wetlands. It typically grows in muddy or sandy substrates in areas with fluctuating water levels.

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Micranthemum reflexum

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Lindernia alterniflora

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Micranthemum rotundatum classified as Critically Endangered?
Micranthemum rotundatum 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. Micranthemum rotundatum faces severe threats from wetland habitat destruction and degradation across its limited range. Urban development, agricultural expansion, and water pollution have eliminated many of the shallow freshwater habitats this species requires. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns and water levels further threaten remaining populations of this critically endangered aquatic plant.
Where does Micranthemum rotundatum live?
Micranthemum rotundatum 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 Micranthemum rotundatum?
The main threats to Micranthemum rotundatum 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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