Encephalartos woodii
Encephalartos woodii is the sixth most endangered plant species. It is native to South Africa.
- Similar to Wood’s Cycad, it is also one of the rarest plants in the world, with only male specimens known to exist. It is thought to be extinct in the wild.
- Habitat destruction, illegal collection, and lack of genetic diversity are major threats to Encephalartos woodii. Its limited population size and vulnerability to diseases further exacerbate its conservation status.
- Conservation efforts focus on the propagation of new plants through techniques such as tissue culture and seed banking. Botanical gardens and conservation organizations play a crucial role in maintaining ex-situ populations of this species for future reintroduction into the wild.
Top 10 Most Endangered Plant Species in the World
The top 10 most endangered plant species in the world are the Western Underground Orchid, Wood’s Cycad, Pennantia Baylisiana, Cabbage Tree Palm, Rafflesia Arnoldii, Encephalartos Woodii, Rothschild’s Slipper Orchid, Kokia Cookei, Hibiscadelphus Woodii and Franklinia Alatamaha.
In this article, we are going to learn the list of the most endangered species in the world and their features in detail.