Mirabilis glutinosa
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Mirabilis glutinosa faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required for this desert-adapted plant.
Habitat
Mirabilis glutinosa inhabits specialized desert and semi-arid environments, typically found in sandy or gravelly soils with specific drainage requirements. The species occurs in open desert scrubland and disturbed areas where it can establish in gaps between other vegetation.