VUVulnerable
Oblong-leaved Thistle
Cirsium oblongifolium
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Species recovery
Other threatened species in ASTERACEAE
Frequently asked questions
Why is Oblong-leaved Thistle classified as Vulnerable?
Oblong-leaved Thistle 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Oblong-leaved Thistle live?
Oblong-leaved Thistle 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 Oblong-leaved Thistle?
The main threats to Oblong-leaved Thistle are 1.1, 2.3, 4.1, and 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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