VU

Burmeistera racemiflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Burmeistera racemiflora faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests across its Colombian range are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' restricted distribution in montane ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones upslope with limited available area. Fragmentation of remaining forest patches further isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Colombian species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests at elevations between 1,800-3,200 meters in the Cordillera Oriental. It grows in the understory and forest edges of these mist-shrouded ecosystems where consistent moisture and cool temperatures create ideal conditions.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Burmeistera racemiflora classified as Vulnerable?
Burmeistera racemiflora 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. Burmeistera racemiflora faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests across its Colombian range are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' restricted distribution in montane ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones upslope with limited available area. Fragmentation of remaining forest patches further isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity.
Where does Burmeistera racemiflora live?
Burmeistera racemiflora occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Burmeistera racemiflora?
The main threats to Burmeistera racemiflora 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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