CR

Gesneria ferruginea

Unknown

Overview

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

Gesneria ferruginea faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme weather events, which can devastate entire populations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

Gesneria ferruginea inhabits humid tropical forests and rocky limestone outcrops in mountainous regions of the Caribbean. The species typically grows in shaded areas with high moisture levels, often found on cliff faces and in forest understory environments.

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Gesneria glandulosa

Unknown
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Gesneria brevifolia

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Gesneria ferruginea classified as Critically Endangered?
Gesneria ferruginea is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Gesneria ferruginea faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme weather events, which can devastate entire populations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems.
Where does Gesneria ferruginea live?
Gesneria ferruginea 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 Gesneria ferruginea?
The main threats to Gesneria ferruginea 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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