VU

Vernonia luhomeroensis

Stable

Overview

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

Vernonia luhomeroensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and small-scale farming activities that fragment and degrade its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection for traditional medicinal uses may pose additional pressure on remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forest environments in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring in moist forest understory and forest margins at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It grows in areas with rich, well-drained soils and benefits from the consistent moisture and moderate temperatures characteristic of these cloud forest ecosystems.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vernonia luhomeroensis classified as Vulnerable?
Vernonia luhomeroensis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Vernonia luhomeroensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and small-scale farming activities that fragment and degrade its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection for traditional medicinal uses may pose additional pressure on remaining populations.
Where does Vernonia luhomeroensis live?
Vernonia luhomeroensis occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Vernonia luhomeroensis?
The main threats to Vernonia luhomeroensis 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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