Nymphaea gardneriana
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Nymphaea gardneriana

Unknown

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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.

Nymphaea gardneriana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development that destroys its freshwater wetland habitats across Brazil. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic sewage significantly degrades water quality in the shallow lakes and ponds where this aquatic lily grows. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the delicate hydrological balance these plants require, while invasive aquatic species compete for space and resources in their limited remaining habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Nymphaea gardneriana inhabits shallow freshwater lakes, ponds, and slow-moving waterways in Brazil's tropical regions. This aquatic lily requires clean, nutrient-rich waters with stable water levels and grows rooted in muddy substrates with floating leaves on the surface.

FRESHWATER· major

Other threatened species in Nymphaeaceae

VU

roundleaf waterlily

Nymphaea conardii

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Nymphaea gardneriana classified as Endangered?
Nymphaea gardneriana 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. Nymphaea gardneriana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development that destroys its freshwater wetland habitats across Brazil. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic sewage significantly degrades water quality in the shallow lakes and ponds where this aquatic lily grows. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the delicate hydrological balance these plants require, while invasive aquatic species compete for space and resources in their limited remaining habitats.
Where does Nymphaea gardneriana live?
Nymphaea gardneriana 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 Nymphaea gardneriana?
The main threats to Nymphaea gardneriana 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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