VU

Passiflora tenerifensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Passiflora tenerifensis faces severe pressure from urban development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited range in the Canary Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as coastal and low-elevation areas are converted for residential and commercial use. Invasive plant species compete directly with native passion vine populations, while climate change threatens the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic passion vine inhabits coastal scrublands, rocky slopes, and dry forest margins in the Canary Islands, typically at elevations below 500 meters. It thrives in well-drained volcanic soils and requires the specific Mediterranean-subtropical climate conditions found in its island ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Passiflora tenerifensis classified as Vulnerable?
Passiflora tenerifensis 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. Passiflora tenerifensis faces severe pressure from urban development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited range in the Canary Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as coastal and low-elevation areas are converted for residential and commercial use. Invasive plant species compete directly with native passion vine populations, while climate change threatens the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Passiflora tenerifensis live?
Passiflora tenerifensis 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 Passiflora tenerifensis?
The main threats to Passiflora tenerifensis 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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