CR

Mandevilla aridana

Unknown

Overview

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

Mandevilla aridana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns in its arid habitat. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade may further impact remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits dry tropical forests and scrublands in arid regions, typically growing in rocky soils and exposed slopes. It is adapted to harsh, drought-prone environments with seasonal rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mandevilla aridana classified as Critically Endangered?
Mandevilla aridana is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Mandevilla aridana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns in its arid habitat. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade may further impact remaining wild populations.
Where does Mandevilla aridana live?
Mandevilla aridana 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 Mandevilla aridana?
The main threats to Mandevilla aridana 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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