CR

Solanum semicoalitum

Unknown

Overview

Solanum luteoalbum is a species of plant in the family Solanaceae.

Solanum semicoalitum faces severe population decline 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

This species inhabits specific microhabitats within tropical or subtropical regions, typically found in areas with particular soil conditions and elevation ranges. It occurs in remnant natural vegetation patches that have become increasingly fragmented due to human activities.

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VU

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VU

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Unknown
CR

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Unknown
VU

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Solanum semicoalitum classified as Critically Endangered?
Solanum semicoalitum 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. Solanum semicoalitum faces severe population decline 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 semicoalitum live?
Solanum semicoalitum 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 semicoalitum?
The main threats to Solanum semicoalitum 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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