VU

Aerides leeana

Unknown

Overview

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

Aerides leeana faces severe pressure from overcollection for the international orchid trade, where its striking flowers command high prices among collectors. Deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range have eliminated many populations, while remaining fragments are increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific humidity and temperature conditions this epiphytic orchid requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid grows exclusively on tree trunks and branches in humid tropical forests, typically at elevations between 200-800 meters. It requires consistent moisture and filtered sunlight provided by the forest canopy, making it highly dependent on intact primary and secondary forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aerides leeana classified as Vulnerable?
Aerides leeana 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. Aerides leeana faces severe pressure from overcollection for the international orchid trade, where its striking flowers command high prices among collectors. Deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range have eliminated many populations, while remaining fragments are increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific humidity and temperature conditions this epiphytic orchid requires for survival.
Where does Aerides leeana live?
Aerides leeana 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 Aerides leeana?
The main threats to Aerides leeana 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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