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Hyospathe wendlandiana

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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.

Hyospathe wendlandiana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Palm harvesting for ornamental and construction purposes poses an additional direct threat to mature individuals.

Threat summary

Habitat

This palm species inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest margins at elevations between 800-1,500 meters in Central America. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with high moisture levels and consistent cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hyospathe wendlandiana classified as Endangered?
Hyospathe wendlandiana is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Hyospathe wendlandiana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Palm harvesting for ornamental and construction purposes poses an additional direct threat to mature individuals.
Where does Hyospathe wendlandiana live?
Hyospathe wendlandiana 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 Hyospathe wendlandiana?
The main threats to Hyospathe wendlandiana 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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