sand vetch
Vicia acutifolia
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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.
Sand vetch faces severe population declines due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its native Mediterranean range. The species' specialized requirements for sandy soils and coastal environments make it particularly vulnerable to coastal development and changes in land use practices.
Habitat
Sandy coastal areas, dunes, and Mediterranean scrublands with well-drained soils, typically found in open grasslands and disturbed sites near the coast. The species shows preference for sandy or gravelly substrates in semi-arid Mediterranean climates.
Other threatened species in Fabaceae
Frequently asked questions
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