VU

Ceratozamia vovidesii

Stable

Overview

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

Ceratozamia vovidesii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' extremely restricted distribution in the mountains of Veracruz, Mexico, makes entire populations vulnerable to localized disturbances. Illegal collection for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat, as cycads are highly prized by collectors worldwide.

Threat summary

Habitat

This cycad is endemic to cloud forests in the mountains of Veracruz, Mexico, where it grows in humid, misty conditions at elevations between 1,200-1,800 meters. It typically occurs on steep slopes with well-drained soils in the understory of oak and pine-oak forests.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ceratozamia vovidesii classified as Vulnerable?
Ceratozamia vovidesii 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. Ceratozamia vovidesii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' extremely restricted distribution in the mountains of Veracruz, Mexico, makes entire populations vulnerable to localized disturbances. Illegal collection for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat, as cycads are highly prized by collectors worldwide.
Where does Ceratozamia vovidesii live?
Ceratozamia vovidesii 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 Ceratozamia vovidesii?
The main threats to Ceratozamia vovidesii 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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