VU

Salvia austromelissodora

Unknown

Overview

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

Salvia austromelissodora faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native Mexican highland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment the remaining populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones to higher elevations. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and collection pressure from horticultural enthusiasts.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Mexican sage inhabits pine-oak forests and montane scrublands at elevations between 2,000-3,000 meters in the Sierra Madre Oriental. It typically grows on rocky slopes and forest clearings with well-drained soils in temperate highland ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salvia austromelissodora classified as Vulnerable?
Salvia austromelissodora 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. Salvia austromelissodora faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native Mexican highland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment the remaining populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones to higher elevations. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and collection pressure from horticultural enthusiasts.
Where does Salvia austromelissodora live?
Salvia austromelissodora 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 Salvia austromelissodora?
The main threats to Salvia austromelissodora 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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