VU

Oreopanax sessiliflorus

Unknown

Overview

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

Oreopanax sessiliflorus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its montane forest habitats across Central America. Deforestation for coffee plantations and pastureland has fragmented its cloud forest ecosystem, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' elevational range. The conversion of primary forest to secondary growth reduces the structural complexity this araliaceous tree requires for successful reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

Oreopanax sessiliflorus inhabits montane cloud forests and humid premontane forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. The species thrives in the understory and canopy gaps of primary forests with high humidity and consistent moisture from cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oreopanax sessiliflorus classified as Vulnerable?
Oreopanax sessiliflorus 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. Oreopanax sessiliflorus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its montane forest habitats across Central America. Deforestation for coffee plantations and pastureland has fragmented its cloud forest ecosystem, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' elevational range. The conversion of primary forest to secondary growth reduces the structural complexity this araliaceous tree requires for successful reproduction.
Where does Oreopanax sessiliflorus live?
Oreopanax sessiliflorus 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 Oreopanax sessiliflorus?
The main threats to Oreopanax sessiliflorus 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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