VU

Salvia flocculosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Salvia flocculosa faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native Andean habitats. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has contributed to population declines. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this high-altitude specialist into increasingly limited suitable habitat zones.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits high-altitude Andean grasslands and shrublands, typically found in montane ecosystems between 3,000-4,000 meters elevation. It grows in well-drained soils on slopes and rocky outcrops within the páramo and puna vegetation zones.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salvia flocculosa classified as Vulnerable?
Salvia flocculosa 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 flocculosa faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native Andean habitats. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has contributed to population declines. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this high-altitude specialist into increasingly limited suitable habitat zones.
Where does Salvia flocculosa live?
Salvia flocculosa 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 flocculosa?
The main threats to Salvia flocculosa 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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