Eriocaulon asteroides

The threats to this species are unknown. It occurs at high altitude where few human influences are known. However, too much trampling by cattle might cause damage to these small annual Eriocaulon plants by dislodging them from the basalt substrate and thin layer of peaty soil in which they grow. Conversely, lack of grazing or of intermittent grassland fires might permit the built-up of enough soil on the pavement to allow a Sporolobus-based community to encroach upon the basalt pavement, therefore smothering or competing with the Eriocaulon.

There are no conservation measures in place. Further studies are needed to measure the population size.