Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum
VU

Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum

Declining

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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.

Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Ecuador's montane cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. The tree's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population sizes offering little resilience against environmental pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits Ecuador's montane cloud forests, typically found at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters in the Andean foothills. It grows in the humid, mist-shrouded environments characteristic of these biodiverse ecosystems, where persistent cloud cover creates unique microclimatic conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum classified as Vulnerable?
Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum 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. Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Ecuador's montane cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. The tree's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population sizes offering little resilience against environmental pressures.
Where does Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum live?
Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum 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 Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum?
The main threats to Ecuadendron acosta-solisianum 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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