Agave andreae
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Agave andreae faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its limited range in Nuevo León, Mexico. The species is particularly vulnerable to overcollection for ornamental trade, as its distinctive rosette form makes it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate water balance this desert-adapted species requires.
Habitat
Agave andreae inhabits rocky limestone slopes and desert scrublands in the Chihuahuan Desert region of northeastern Mexico. The species typically grows on well-drained calcareous soils at elevations between 1,000-1,500 meters, often in association with other xerophytic vegetation.
