Nepenthes argentii
VU

Nepenthes argentii

Unknown

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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.

Nepenthes argentii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to mining activities and agricultural expansion in its limited montane range on Mount Guiting-Guiting in Sibuyan Island, Philippines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure from carnivorous plant enthusiasts poses an additional threat to wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This carnivorous pitcher plant is endemic to the ultramafic soils of Mount Guiting-Guiting on Sibuyan Island in the Philippines, occurring in montane forest and scrubland at elevations between 1,200-2,058 meters. It grows as a climbing vine in areas with high humidity and specialized soil chemistry typical of serpentine substrates.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Nepenthes argentii classified as Vulnerable?
Nepenthes argentii 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. Nepenthes argentii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to mining activities and agricultural expansion in its limited montane range on Mount Guiting-Guiting in Sibuyan Island, Philippines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure from carnivorous plant enthusiasts poses an additional threat to wild populations.
Where does Nepenthes argentii live?
Nepenthes argentii occurs in Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Nepenthes argentii?
The main threats to Nepenthes argentii 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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