Miconia matthaei
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Miconia matthaei faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized cloud forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes essential for this cloud forest endemic.
Habitat
Miconia matthaei is endemic to montane cloud forests, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters where persistent fog and high humidity create ideal conditions. The species thrives in the understory and forest edges of these specialized ecosystems, which are characterized by epiphyte-rich vegetation and consistent moisture levels.
Other threatened species in Melastomataceae
Frequently asked questions
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