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Julostylis polyandra

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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.

Julostylis polyandra faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in South Africa's Western Cape. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small patches of suitable terrain. Mining activities and invasive plant species further degrade the quality of its native fynbos habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic South African plant species occurs exclusively in the fynbos vegetation of the Western Cape, typically found on sandy soils and rocky outcrops in Mediterranean-climate shrublands. It shows a preference for well-drained slopes and coastal plains within the Cape Floral Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Julostylis polyandra classified as Endangered?
Julostylis polyandra 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. Julostylis polyandra faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in South Africa's Western Cape. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small patches of suitable terrain. Mining activities and invasive plant species further degrade the quality of its native fynbos habitat.
Where does Julostylis polyandra live?
Julostylis polyandra 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 Julostylis polyandra?
The main threats to Julostylis polyandra 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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