CR

Oxalis norlindiana

Unknown

Overview

Oxalis corniculata, the creeping woodsorrel, procumbent yellow sorrel or sleeping beauty, is a somewhat delicate-appearing, low-growing herbaceous plant in the family Oxalidaceae.

Oxalis norlindiana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its limited South African 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 pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the delicate ecosystem balance this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic South African species inhabits specialized fynbos vegetation and rocky outcrops in the Western Cape region. It typically grows in well-drained, nutrient-poor soils characteristic of the Cape Floral Kingdom's unique Mediterranean-climate ecosystem.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oxalis norlindiana classified as Critically Endangered?
Oxalis norlindiana 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. Oxalis norlindiana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its limited South African 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 pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the delicate ecosystem balance this endemic species requires.
Where does Oxalis norlindiana live?
Oxalis norlindiana occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Oxalis norlindiana?
The main threats to Oxalis norlindiana are 5.3, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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