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Salvia sciaphila

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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 sciaphila faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the cloud forests of Central America. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations, while deforestation eliminates critical corridors needed for species migration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid pine-oak forests at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It typically grows in shaded understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salvia sciaphila classified as Endangered?
Salvia sciaphila 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 sciaphila faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the cloud forests of Central America. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations, while deforestation eliminates critical corridors needed for species migration.
Where does Salvia sciaphila live?
Salvia sciaphila 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 sciaphila?
The main threats to Salvia sciaphila 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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