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Apr 3, 2024 · There are endangered plants worldwide – in California and all over the United States. Although the reasons for the danger of extinction are mainly natural, the hand of man has also actively participated in the disappearance of these endangered species of plants.
Explore the list of the most Endangered Plants in India that need protection. Some of these specimens will surprise you for sure! India is home to a thriving biodiversity, with thousands of plant species thriving in its diverse ecosystems.
Endangered plant species can be found all over the world. But no matter where they are located, they all share one common factor that is thought to have put them on the endangered list: none of these plants, flowers, or trees is thought to have any commodity valuable to the human race.
Mar 18, 2022 · There are many endangered plant species that are found all across the world but particularly in biodiversity ‘hotspots’ in the tropics and the Mediterranean. Countries such as Australia, India, and Hawaii have some of the highest amounts of endangered plants. The worrisome trend, experts argue, is destined to continue in the upcoming years.
Established in 1964, The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species.
There are 6147 plant species which are endangered or critically endangered. Additionally 1674 plant species (7.6% of those evaluated) are listed as data deficient, meaning there is insufficient information for a full assessment of conservation status.
4 days ago · Vanda coerulea (Blue Vanda): This orchid is endangered primarily due to habitat loss and illegal collection for the horticultural trade. Dendrobium nobile: Found in the Himalayan region, this orchid species is threatened by habitat destruction and overharvesting.
The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ is the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global extinction risk status of animal, fungus and plant species. Open to all, it is used by governmental bodies, non-profit organisations, businesses and individuals.
As of December 2023, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 5702 plant species categorized as Critically Endangered, including 569 which are tagged as possibly extinct and 48 possibly extinct in the wild.
WWF is committed to saving endangered species. Learn more about the species we are working to protecting from becoming endangered or extinct.
