VU

Persea floccosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Persea floccosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted altitudinal distribution and dependence on specific microclimatic conditions that are being disrupted by climate change. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters, where it depends on the persistent fog and high humidity characteristic of these ecosystems. It typically grows in primary and well-developed secondary forests with dense canopy cover that maintains the cool, moist microclimate essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Persea floccosa classified as Vulnerable?
Persea floccosa 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. Persea floccosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted altitudinal distribution and dependence on specific microclimatic conditions that are being disrupted by climate change. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration.
Where does Persea floccosa live?
Persea floccosa 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 Persea floccosa?
The main threats to Persea floccosa 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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