Wedelia oxylepis
CR

Wedelia oxylepis

Unknown

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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.

Wedelia oxylepis faces severe population decline primarily 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 directly with this native composite for resources and suitable growing sites.

Threat summary

Habitat

Wedelia oxylepis typically inhabits tropical and subtropical grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas with well-drained soils. The species shows preference for edge habitats and areas with partial shade, often found in transitional zones between forest and grassland ecosystems.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Wedelia oxylepis classified as Critically Endangered?
Wedelia oxylepis 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. Wedelia oxylepis faces severe population decline primarily 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 directly with this native composite for resources and suitable growing sites.
Where does Wedelia oxylepis live?
Wedelia oxylepis 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 Wedelia oxylepis?
The main threats to Wedelia oxylepis 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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