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Cyathea fadenii

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Overview

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

Cyathea fadenii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate typical of tree ferns. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic fern survives.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cyathea fadenii inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. The species requires consistently moist conditions and partial shade typical of understory environments in these high-altitude forest ecosystems.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyathea fadenii classified as Endangered?
Cyathea fadenii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Cyathea fadenii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate typical of tree ferns. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic fern survives.
Where does Cyathea fadenii live?
Cyathea fadenii occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cyathea fadenii?
The main threats to Cyathea fadenii 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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