VU

Habenaria finetiana

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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.

Habenaria finetiana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow habitat preferences make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the cool, humid conditions this orchid requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits cool, humid montane forests and forest margins at elevations between 800-2000 meters. It typically grows in partially shaded areas with rich, well-drained soils and requires specific mycorrhizal associations for successful establishment.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Habenaria finetiana classified as Vulnerable?
Habenaria finetiana 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. Habenaria finetiana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow habitat preferences make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the cool, humid conditions this orchid requires.
Where does Habenaria finetiana live?
Habenaria finetiana 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 Habenaria finetiana?
The main threats to Habenaria finetiana 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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