VU

Geonoma chlamydostachys

Unknown

Overview

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

Geonoma chlamydostachys faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, continues to reduce available habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This understory palm inhabits humid montane and cloud forests at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters in Central America. It typically grows in the shaded understory of primary and mature secondary forests with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Geonoma chlamydostachys classified as Vulnerable?
Geonoma chlamydostachys 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. Geonoma chlamydostachys faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, continues to reduce available habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.
Where does Geonoma chlamydostachys live?
Geonoma chlamydostachys 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 Geonoma chlamydostachys?
The main threats to Geonoma chlamydostachys 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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