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Rungia schliebenii

Declining

Overview

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

Rungia schliebenii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and settlement development within its limited range in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. The species' restriction to specific forest understory conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as even small-scale forest clearance can eliminate local populations. Ongoing timber extraction and charcoal production further degrade the remaining forest patches where this endemic herb persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic herb inhabits the understory of montane forests in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring in moist, shaded conditions between 1,200-2,000 meters elevation. It requires intact forest canopy cover and appears to be sensitive to disturbance, favoring areas with rich organic soils and consistent moisture levels.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rungia schliebenii classified as Endangered?
Rungia schliebenii 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. Rungia schliebenii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and settlement development within its limited range in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. The species' restriction to specific forest understory conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as even small-scale forest clearance can eliminate local populations. Ongoing timber extraction and charcoal production further degrade the remaining forest patches where this endemic herb persists.
Where does Rungia schliebenii live?
Rungia schliebenii occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Rungia schliebenii?
The main threats to Rungia schliebenii 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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