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Psilotrichum aphyllum

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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.

Psilotrichum aphyllum faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in South Asia. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the specific moisture conditions this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits dry grasslands, scrublands, and open rocky areas at elevations between 100-1500 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils with seasonal moisture availability, often found on hillsides and plateau margins in semi-arid regions.

Forest· majorRocky areas· majorMarine neritic· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psilotrichum aphyllum classified as Endangered?
Psilotrichum aphyllum 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. Psilotrichum aphyllum faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in South Asia. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the specific moisture conditions this species requires for survival.
Where does Psilotrichum aphyllum live?
Psilotrichum aphyllum 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 Psilotrichum aphyllum?
The main threats to Psilotrichum aphyllum 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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