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Neoregnellia cubensis

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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.

Neoregnellia cubensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's remaining natural forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid conditions this bromeliad requires. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations of this attractive epiphytic species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Neoregnellia cubensis is an epiphytic bromeliad that grows on trees in Cuba's humid montane forests and cloud forests. The species requires consistent moisture and filtered light conditions typical of these elevated tropical forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Neoregnellia cubensis classified as Endangered?
Neoregnellia cubensis 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. Neoregnellia cubensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's remaining natural forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid conditions this bromeliad requires. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations of this attractive epiphytic species.
Where does Neoregnellia cubensis live?
Neoregnellia cubensis 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 Neoregnellia cubensis?
The main threats to Neoregnellia cubensis 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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