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Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus

Rhodothamnus sessillifolius

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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.

Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus faces severe threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to tourism development, infrastructure expansion, and climate change in its restricted alpine range. The species' extremely limited distribution in the Eastern Alps makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes. Conservation status may vary by region or assessment authority.

Threat summary

Habitat

Rocky alpine slopes, limestone cliffs, and scree habitats in the Eastern Alps, typically occurring on calcareous substrates between 1,500-2,500 meters elevation. The species grows in crevices and ledges of steep rocky terrain with sparse vegetation cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus classified as Critically Endangered?
Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus faces severe threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to tourism development, infrastructure expansion, and climate change in its restricted alpine range. The species' extremely limited distribution in the Eastern Alps makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes. Conservation status may vary by region or assessment authority.
Where does Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus live?
Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus 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 Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus?
The main threats to Sessile-leaved Rhodothamnus 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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