VU

Columnea eubracteata

Unknown

Overview

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

Columnea eubracteata faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Costa Rican cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in montane environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with limited available space. Deforestation for coffee plantations and cattle ranching has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this epiphytic plant depends on specific microclimatic conditions.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic plant inhabits the cloud forests of Costa Rica's mountain ranges, typically growing on tree branches and trunks in the humid, mist-shrouded canopy between 1,200-2,000 meters elevation. It requires the specific microclimatic conditions of these montane forests, including consistent moisture, filtered light, and stable temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Columnea eubracteata classified as Vulnerable?
Columnea eubracteata 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. Columnea eubracteata faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Costa Rican cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in montane environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with limited available space. Deforestation for coffee plantations and cattle ranching has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this epiphytic plant depends on specific microclimatic conditions.
Where does Columnea eubracteata live?
Columnea eubracteata 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 Columnea eubracteata?
The main threats to Columnea eubracteata 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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