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Miconia hirsutivena

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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.

Miconia hirsutivena faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits montane rainforests and cloud forests at elevations between 400-1,200 meters. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

Other threatened species in MELASTOMATACEAE

VU

Brachyotum angustifolium

Unknown
CR

Blakea steyermarkii

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VU

Gravesia pulchra

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VU

Blakea calycularis

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia hirsutivena classified as Endangered?
Miconia hirsutivena 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. Miconia hirsutivena faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas.
Where does Miconia hirsutivena live?
Miconia hirsutivena 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 Miconia hirsutivena?
The main threats to Miconia hirsutivena 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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