VU

Agave garciae-mendozae

Stable

Overview

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

Agave garciae-mendozae faces significant pressure from habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion in its limited range in Oaxaca, Mexico. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its extremely restricted distribution and slow reproductive rate typical of agaves. Collection for ornamental trade and traditional uses has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic agave inhabits dry rocky slopes and xerophytic scrublands in the mountainous regions of Oaxaca, Mexico, typically growing on limestone substrates at elevations between 1,500-2,000 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and specific microclimatic conditions found in these semi-arid highland environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Agave garciae-mendozae classified as Vulnerable?
Agave garciae-mendozae 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. Agave garciae-mendozae faces significant pressure from habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion in its limited range in Oaxaca, Mexico. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its extremely restricted distribution and slow reproductive rate typical of agaves. Collection for ornamental trade and traditional uses has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Agave garciae-mendozae live?
Agave garciae-mendozae 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 Agave garciae-mendozae?
The main threats to Agave garciae-mendozae 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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