CR

Waltheria microphylla

Unknown

Overview

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

Waltheria microphylla faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with small population fragments at high risk of extirpation from individual development projects or natural disasters.

Threat summary

Habitat

Waltheria microphylla typically inhabits dry coastal scrublands and rocky outcrops in tropical and subtropical regions. The species shows preference for well-drained soils and areas with moderate disturbance, often occurring on limestone substrates or volcanic slopes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Waltheria microphylla classified as Critically Endangered?
Waltheria microphylla 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. Waltheria microphylla faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with small population fragments at high risk of extirpation from individual development projects or natural disasters.
Where does Waltheria microphylla live?
Waltheria microphylla 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 Waltheria microphylla?
The main threats to Waltheria microphylla 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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