VU

Salvia leucocephala

Unknown

Overview

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

Salvia leucocephala 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 habitat conversion.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits pine-oak forests and montane scrublands in the Mexican highlands, typically occurring at elevations between 2,000-3,000 meters. It grows in rocky soils and forest clearings within temperate coniferous and mixed forests of central Mexico.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salvia leucocephala classified as Vulnerable?
Salvia leucocephala 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 leucocephala 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 habitat conversion.
Where does Salvia leucocephala live?
Salvia leucocephala 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 leucocephala?
The main threats to Salvia leucocephala 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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