Trafficking of live plants, particularly rare and endemic succulents and pachycauls, has exploded as an illegal trade threatening rare species in Namibia. According to the Wildlife Protection and Law Enforcement in Namibia report for 2022, the first cases were only registered last year. However, high volumes of live plants have already been seized and numerous suspects arrested. The report indicated that 11 cases were registered last year and 22 suspects were arrested, with two convictions. The data includes only arrests related to live plants; arrests related to timber are currently not fully captured in the database. "Namibia is home to diverse endemic succulents that appear to be particularly popular amongst international collectors, with the illicit trade fuelled via internet platforms."