VU

Gynoxys laurifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Gynoxys laurifolia faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, while climate change is shifting the altitudinal zones where this high-elevation species can survive. Mining activities and road construction in montane regions further degrade the specialized páramo and cloud forest ecosystems this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and páramo ecosystems at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters in the northern Andes. It grows in the transition zones between montane forests and alpine grasslands, requiring the consistent moisture and cool temperatures characteristic of these high-altitude environments.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gynoxys laurifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Gynoxys laurifolia 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. Gynoxys laurifolia faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, while climate change is shifting the altitudinal zones where this high-elevation species can survive. Mining activities and road construction in montane regions further degrade the specialized páramo and cloud forest ecosystems this species requires.
Where does Gynoxys laurifolia live?
Gynoxys laurifolia 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 Gynoxys laurifolia?
The main threats to Gynoxys laurifolia 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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