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Solanum kleinii

Declining

Overview

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

Solanum kleinii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat, while climate change alters the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Solanum kleinii inhabits specific microhabitats within tropical or subtropical regions, typically found in well-drained soils of forest edges, clearings, or disturbed areas. The species shows preference for particular elevation ranges and soil conditions that support its specialized ecological requirements.

Other threatened species in SOLANACEAE

VU

Schwenckia trujilloi

Stable
VU

Solanum reitzii

Unknown
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Withania chevalieri

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VU

Solandra nizandensis

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Solanum kleinii classified as Endangered?
Solanum kleinii 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. Solanum kleinii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat, while climate change alters the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires for survival.
Where does Solanum kleinii live?
Solanum kleinii 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 Solanum kleinii?
The main threats to Solanum kleinii 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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