Malheur Valley Fiddleneck – Oregon Conservation Strategy

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Overview

Species Common Name Malheur Valley Fiddleneck
Species Scientific Name Amsinckia carinata
Federal Listing Status Species of Concern
State Listing Status Threatened

Ecoregions

Northern Basin and Range

The Northern Basin and Range ecoregion covers the very large southeastern portion of the state, from Burns south to the Nevada border and from the Christmas Valley east to Idaho. It is largely a high elevation desert-like area dominated by sagebrush communities and habitats.

Special needs

Malheur Valley fiddleneck occurs on yellowish talus slopes and gravel accumulations at elevations of approximately 2740-3100 feet.

Limiting factors

Mining, grazing, range improvements, and agricultural development threaten Malheur Valley fiddleneck. Hybridization and competition with A. tessellata is a further risk factor.

Data gaps

Analyze the genetic variability within and among populations. Investigate the extent of hybridization.

Conservation actions

This plant is only found on federal property. Continue to manage existing populations.

Key reference or plan

Oregon Department of Agriculture Plant Conservation