CR

Aechmea anomala

Unknown

Overview

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

Aechmea anomala faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Illegal collection for the ornamental plant trade has further reduced wild populations, as this striking bromeliad is highly sought after by collectors.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic bromeliad inhabits humid Atlantic Forest remnants, growing on tree branches and trunks in the forest canopy and understory. It requires the specific microclimate conditions of intact tropical rainforest, including high humidity and filtered sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aechmea anomala classified as Critically Endangered?
Aechmea anomala is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Aechmea anomala faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Illegal collection for the ornamental plant trade has further reduced wild populations, as this striking bromeliad is highly sought after by collectors.
Where does Aechmea anomala live?
Aechmea anomala occurs in Colombia, and Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aechmea anomala?
The main threats to Aechmea anomala are 2.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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