VU

Platanthera longiglandula

Unknown

Overview

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

Platanthera longiglandula faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized wetland environments. Urban development and agricultural expansion have reduced suitable bog and fen habitats across its range. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the hydrological conditions essential for this orchid's survival, potentially drying out the consistently moist soils it requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This orchid inhabits specialized wetland environments including bogs, fens, and wet meadows with consistently moist, often alkaline soils. It typically grows in open to partially shaded areas within these wetland systems, requiring specific hydrological conditions to maintain the delicate moisture balance essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Platanthera longiglandula classified as Vulnerable?
Platanthera longiglandula 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. Platanthera longiglandula faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized wetland environments. Urban development and agricultural expansion have reduced suitable bog and fen habitats across its range. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the hydrological conditions essential for this orchid's survival, potentially drying out the consistently moist soils it requires.
Where does Platanthera longiglandula live?
Platanthera longiglandula 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 Platanthera longiglandula?
The main threats to Platanthera longiglandula 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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