Threats to this species in its native habitat are due to sand mining. The Neches River Mallow is known from only four sites in east Texas and is an endemic, wetland species. It has delicate leaves and showy cream flowers. Current threats are wetland and watershed alterations, herbicide use, road construction, frequent mowing and discing, and hybridization with other mallows. BIG RED SAGE Salvia penstemonoides Once considered extinct Big Red Sage was rediscovered growing in a few isolated places in the Texas Hill Country.
Some populations have only one or two plants.
Highly palatable to deer and goats it is usually found growing in hard to reach areas and cliffs near seeps or streams. Hummingbirds are attracted to the deep red tubular flowers. Vulnerable due to climatic changes and potential hybridization with other oaks. Commonly called Manfreda or Runyon s huaco. There are only four known populations.