VU

Coffea pseudozanguebariae

Unknown

Overview

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

Coffea pseudozanguebariae faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and forest conversion in its native East African range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions beyond its current range. Collection pressure for wild coffee genetic resources and unregulated harvesting further compound population declines.

Threat summary

Habitat

This wild coffee species inhabits montane forests and forest edges in East Africa, typically growing in understory conditions at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It requires well-drained soils and partial shade provided by the forest canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coffea pseudozanguebariae classified as Vulnerable?
Coffea pseudozanguebariae 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. Coffea pseudozanguebariae faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and forest conversion in its native East African range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable growing conditions beyond its current range. Collection pressure for wild coffee genetic resources and unregulated harvesting further compound population declines.
Where does Coffea pseudozanguebariae live?
Coffea pseudozanguebariae 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 Coffea pseudozanguebariae?
The main threats to Coffea pseudozanguebariae 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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