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