The conservation status of Scutellaria nepetifolia Benth.

Document Type : Rare and Endangered Plant Species of Iran

Authors

1 Assistant Professor, Research Division of Natural Resources Department, Hamadan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, (AREEO), Hamadan, Iran

2 Prof., Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Tehran, Iran

3 Prof., Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Tehran, Iran.

4 Assistant Professor, Research Division of Natural Resources Department, Lorestan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, (AREEO), Khorramabad, Iran.

5 Natural Resources Research Department, Isfahan Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, AREEO, Isfahan, Iran

10.22092/irn.2024.363237.1541

Abstract

Scutellaria nepetifilia is a shrubby species belonging to the Lamiaceae family. This species is found in Hamadan, western Iran, but less in Lorestan and Isfahan. In this study, the conservation status of Scutellaria nepetifilia was assessed based on IUCN categories and criteria using three criteria: extent of occurrence (EOO), area of occupancy (AOO), and population size and habitat quality. This study classifies it as "Endangered". This species' habitats are threatened by various destructive factors such as overgrazing and granite mining. Therefore, the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization must declare its distribution area a protected habitat. Ex-situ conservation by conserving this species' seeds in the Iranian Natural Resources Gene Bank and cultivation in botanical gardens should be done. Public awareness and education on the importance of protecting nature and plants can play a vital role in conserving plants in their natural habitats.

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Volume 8, Issue 6 - Serial Number 43
March and April 2024
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