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Over 25% of Britain’s native plants are threatened with extinction – your gift today could change that.
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Our wild plants and fungi are a crucial part of biodiversity – the more species there are in a habitat, the more diverse that habitat is. It is this diversity that allows ecosystems to function healthily and be more resilient.
When we lose species to extinction it undermines our ecosystem’s ability to adapt and respond to climate change and other threats. This is the primary reason why conserving species is one of our priorities at Plantlife.
With partners, we plan to conserve 100 rare and threatened species and move them into lower risk categories.
Over 25% of Britain’s native plants are threatened with extinction [1]– your gift today could change that.
All life on Earth is underpinned by a rich variety of wild plants and fungi. From Scottish Primrose to Snowdonia Hawkweed to Pasqueflower, these species are part of our heritage and they support our native wildlife.
Unfortunately, changes to land management have left many species isolated and unable to reconnect by themselves. These rare species urgently need focused, specialist care to survive. And that’s where you come in.
To be effective, this work requires a long-term commitment, innovative research and a laser focus. By donating today you can help save endangered species.
Have you ever heard of the mythical Pasqueflower? Once linked to Viking legends, today it survives at only 20 sites. Air pollution, changes in land management and loss of habitat have pushed it to the edge. The impact is especially high because the feather-like seeds of Pasqueflower require very specific conditions to grow.
Sadly, this vibrant wildflower is Endangered in Britain – even more threatened than when it was last assessed 20 years ago [1].
We are working hard to restore populations across the Chilterns, Cotswolds, Berkshire Downs and Yorkshire. We’re trialling new techniques to better understand how to help this struggling plant. Tens of thousands of seeds were collected and hand-sown into scarified patches on carefully selected sites. Early results are really promising but this work can only continue with your support. A donation of £15 could help hand-sow Pasqueflower seeds.
A large diversity of wild plants and fungi not only gives our landscape its distinctive character, it also increases resilience to threats like climate change.
Plantlife is at the forefront of saving endangered wild plants and fungi, sharing knowledge and expertise to secure their future. But with so many species needing help, we must do more. The time to act is now, or we risk losing them forever.
Your support can help create pathways to their survival.
By giving a gift today, you will help save more endangered species like Pasqueflower. Your donation will fund expert research, habitat restoration and partnerships with landowners across the UK to create targeted recovery plans to secure their future.
Together, we can ensure these remarkable species continue to enrich our world, preserving the unique beauty of the UK for generations to come.
Please donate today if you can.
IUCN. 2025. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2025-2.
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