Distribution, Habitat, and Environmental Status
Pinguicula ramosa is grows almost exclusively on mountains in NikkÅ National Park in Japan, particularly on Mount Koshin, between 1500 and 1900 m in altitude. Two mountains outside of the park, Mount Kesamaru and Mount Ozaku-san, also host populations. Here P. ramosa colonizes weathered granite rocks and volcanic cliffs in damp, foggy locations in full or partial shade. The species is frequently associated with Saxifraga fortunei and Primula modesta.
P. ramosa is endangered due to its small distribution, as well as the degradation of its habitat through rock degradation from acid rain and climbing activities, as well as herbivory from deer. While the species is strictly protected under Japanese law, its future remains uncertain.
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