VU

Acalypha andina

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Acalypha andina faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its Andean habitat, which fragments and degrades the specialized montane ecosystems it requires. Mining activities and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The plant's restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

Acalypha andina inhabits montane cloud forests and humid Andean slopes at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. The species requires well-drained soils in partially shaded environments with consistent moisture from fog and precipitation typical of neotropical mountain ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Acalypha andina classified as Vulnerable?
Acalypha andina is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Acalypha andina faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its Andean habitat, which fragments and degrades the specialized montane ecosystems it requires. Mining activities and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The plant's restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.
Where does Acalypha andina live?
Acalypha andina occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Acalypha andina?
The main threats to Acalypha andina are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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