Ceratozamia mirandae
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ceratozamia mirandae faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species is further threatened by illegal collection for the horticultural trade, as cycads are highly prized by collectors worldwide. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by this cloud forest specialist.
Habitat
Ceratozamia mirandae is endemic to cloud forests in the mountains of eastern Mexico, typically growing in humid, misty environments at elevations between 1,200-1,800 meters. The species requires the specific microclimate conditions of cloud forests, including consistent moisture, filtered sunlight, and cool temperatures.
