VU

Anthurium oxyphyllum

Unknown

Overview

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

Anthurium oxyphyllum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its native Colombian cloud forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the remaining montane forest patches where this epiphytic species depends on specific microclimatic conditions. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest loss in the Andean region.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic aroid inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests of the Colombian Andes, typically growing on tree trunks and branches in the forest canopy. It requires consistent moisture and filtered light conditions found in these high-elevation tropical ecosystems between 1,500-2,500 meters elevation.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Anthurium oxyphyllum classified as Vulnerable?
Anthurium oxyphyllum 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. Anthurium oxyphyllum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its native Colombian cloud forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the remaining montane forest patches where this epiphytic species depends on specific microclimatic conditions. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest loss in the Andean region.
Where does Anthurium oxyphyllum live?
Anthurium oxyphyllum 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 Anthurium oxyphyllum?
The main threats to Anthurium oxyphyllum 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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