VU

Flameberry

Urera caracasana

Unknown

Overview

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

Flameberry faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Venezuelan cloud forest range. Urban development around Caracas and other Andean cities has fragmented remaining populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' elevational limits. The plant's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and collection pressure.

Threat summary

Habitat

Flameberry inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests of the Venezuelan Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. The species requires consistent moisture and partial shade, growing as an understory shrub in areas with frequent fog and high humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Flameberry classified as Vulnerable?
Flameberry 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. Flameberry faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Venezuelan cloud forest range. Urban development around Caracas and other Andean cities has fragmented remaining populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' elevational limits. The plant's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and collection pressure.
Where does Flameberry live?
Flameberry 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 Flameberry?
The main threats to Flameberry 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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