VU

Ladenbergia ferruginea

Unknown

Overview

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

Ladenbergia ferruginea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on the specific microclimatic conditions found in intact montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andes pose additional threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits Andean cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. It requires the humid, mist-shrouded conditions typical of these high-altitude ecosystems, often growing in areas with persistent cloud cover and high moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ladenbergia ferruginea classified as Vulnerable?
Ladenbergia ferruginea 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. Ladenbergia ferruginea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on the specific microclimatic conditions found in intact montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andes pose additional threats to remaining populations.
Where does Ladenbergia ferruginea live?
Ladenbergia 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 Ladenbergia ferruginea?
The main threats to Ladenbergia 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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