Bulbophyllum antioquiense
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Bulbophyllum antioquiense faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Colombia's Antioquia region, where cloud forests are being cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while illegal collection for the orchid trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.
Habitat
This epiphytic orchid inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests in the Colombian Andes, typically growing on tree branches and trunks in humid, misty conditions at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these high-altitude tropical forests, including consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.
Other threatened species in Orchidaceae
Frequently asked questions
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