CR

Angraecum rigidifolium

Declining

Overview

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

Angraecum rigidifolium faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in Madagascar's remaining forest fragments. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this epiphytic orchid requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits the humid montane forests of Madagascar, growing on tree trunks and branches in the forest canopy. It requires specific microclimatic conditions with high humidity and filtered light typical of intact primary forest ecosystems.

Conservation measures underway

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Angraecum rigidifolium classified as Critically Endangered?
Angraecum rigidifolium 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. Angraecum rigidifolium faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in Madagascar's remaining forest fragments. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this epiphytic orchid requires for survival.
Where does Angraecum rigidifolium live?
Angraecum rigidifolium occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Angraecum rigidifolium?
The main threats to Angraecum rigidifolium are 5.4, 7.1, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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