ENEndangered
Romulea aquatica
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Conservation measures underway
Site/area managementHabitat & natural process restoration
Other threatened species in IRIDACEAE
Threatened in South Africa
Frequently asked questions
Why is Romulea aquatica classified as Endangered?
Romulea aquatica 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Romulea aquatica live?
Romulea aquatica occurs in South Africa. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Romulea aquatica?
The main threats to Romulea aquatica are 2.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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