Ruellia linearibracteolata: Conservation assessment and strategies to avoid extirpation

The conservation status of ruellia linearibracteolata lindau (acanthaceae),originally considered as endemic to pakistan,was assessed after four years (2005-2008) of extensive field studies strictly following iucn categories and criteria 2001. information was collected and analysed in connection with the distribution range,nature of habitat,population size,mode of reproduction and anthropogenic activities. on these parameters,the conservation status of ruellia linearibracteolata has been classified as rare and endangered (en) species in pakistan. conservation strategies have also been suggested avoiding its extirpation.