VU

Nolina robusta

Declining

Overview

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

Nolina robusta faces significant pressure from habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range in northeastern Mexico. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded the quality of remaining desert scrubland habitats, while climate change threatens to alter precipitation patterns critical for this drought-adapted species. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

Nolina robusta inhabits arid desert scrublands and rocky slopes in the Chihuahuan Desert region of northeastern Mexico. The species typically grows on well-drained soils in areas with sparse vegetation and low annual rainfall.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical dry· majorShrubland· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionHabitat & natural process restorationSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Nolina robusta classified as Vulnerable?
Nolina robusta 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. Nolina robusta faces significant pressure from habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range in northeastern Mexico. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded the quality of remaining desert scrubland habitats, while climate change threatens to alter precipitation patterns critical for this drought-adapted species. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and environmental changes.
Where does Nolina robusta live?
Nolina robusta 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 Nolina robusta?
The main threats to Nolina robusta 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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