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Hypericum asplundii

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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.

Hypericum asplundii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Ecuador's montane regions, which directly destroys its specialized cloud forest habitat. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow altitudinal zones where suitable moisture and temperature conditions exist.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Hypericum species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane scrublands in the Ecuadorian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters. It requires the persistent moisture and cool temperatures characteristic of these high-altitude ecosystems, often growing in areas with frequent fog and mist.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hypericum asplundii classified as Endangered?
Hypericum asplundii 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. Hypericum asplundii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Ecuador's montane regions, which directly destroys its specialized cloud forest habitat. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow altitudinal zones where suitable moisture and temperature conditions exist.
Where does Hypericum asplundii live?
Hypericum asplundii 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 Hypericum asplundii?
The main threats to Hypericum asplundii 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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