Salvia cyanotropha
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Salvia cyanotropha

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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.

Salvia cyanotropha faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted montane habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for horticultural trade poses additional risks to remaining wild populations. Climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope, potentially reducing available growing areas in its already constrained range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic sage inhabits rocky slopes and montane grasslands at high elevations, typically growing in well-drained soils among scattered shrubs and herbaceous vegetation. The species is adapted to the specific microclimatic conditions of its mountainous environment, requiring particular moisture and temperature regimes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salvia cyanotropha classified as Endangered?
Salvia cyanotropha 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. Salvia cyanotropha faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted montane habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for horticultural trade poses additional risks to remaining wild populations. Climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope, potentially reducing available growing areas in its already constrained range.
Where does Salvia cyanotropha live?
Salvia cyanotropha 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 cyanotropha?
The main threats to Salvia cyanotropha 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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