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palo de hueso

Haenianthus salicifolius

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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.

Haenianthus salicifolius faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this endemic tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Palo de hueso inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters in Central America. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels typical of these high-altitude tropical ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is palo de hueso classified as Endangered?
palo de hueso 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. Haenianthus salicifolius faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this endemic tree species.
Where does palo de hueso live?
palo de hueso 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 palo de hueso?
The main threats to palo de hueso 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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