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Dicliptera clavata

Declining

Overview

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

Dicliptera clavata faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the specific moisture conditions this plant requires for reproduction and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Dicliptera clavata inhabits tropical and subtropical moist forests, typically growing in understory environments with high humidity and filtered sunlight. The species shows preference for well-drained soils along forest edges and clearings where it can access moderate light levels while maintaining the moisture requirements essential for its growth.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dicliptera clavata classified as Endangered?
Dicliptera clavata 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. Dicliptera clavata faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the specific moisture conditions this plant requires for reproduction and survival.
Where does Dicliptera clavata live?
Dicliptera clavata 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 Dicliptera clavata?
The main threats to Dicliptera clavata 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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