Billbergia macrolepis
VU

Billbergia macrolepis

Unknown

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Overview

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

Billbergia macrolepis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Brazil's Atlantic Forest continues to be cleared for agriculture, urban development, and infrastructure projects. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across isolated forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this striking bromeliad is sought after by collectors and commercial growers.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic bromeliad inhabits the remaining fragments of Brazil's Atlantic Forest, growing on tree trunks and branches in humid montane and submontane forests. It typically occurs at elevations between 500-1,200 meters in areas with high humidity and filtered sunlight beneath the forest canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Billbergia macrolepis classified as Vulnerable?
Billbergia macrolepis 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. Billbergia macrolepis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Brazil's Atlantic Forest continues to be cleared for agriculture, urban development, and infrastructure projects. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across isolated forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this striking bromeliad is sought after by collectors and commercial growers.
Where does Billbergia macrolepis live?
Billbergia macrolepis 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 Billbergia macrolepis?
The main threats to Billbergia macrolepis 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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