Conyza schlechtendalii

Conyza schlechtendalii is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. The species is endemic to Cape Verde.[2] It is listed as critically endangered by the IUCN.[1]

Conyza schlechtendalii
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Conyza
Species:
C. schlechtendalii
Binomial name
Conyza schlechtendalii

Distribution and ecology

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Conyza schlechtendalii only occurs in a small area on the island of São Nicolau. It grows between 500 and 600 metres elevations and in humid areas. The estimated number of individuals is less than 50.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Catarino, S.; Duarte, M.C.; Romeiras, M.M. (2017). "Conyza schlechtendalii". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2017: e.T107423998A107468107. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2017-3.RLTS.T107423998A107468107.en. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
  2. ^ Oromí, Martín, Zurita & Cabrera, 2005 : Lista preliminar de especies silvestres de Cabo Verde: Hongos, Plantas y Animales Terrestres. Gobierno de Canarias, Consejería de Medio Ambiente y Ordenación Territorial, p. 41