VU

Phlegmariurus haeckelii

Unknown

Overview

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

Phlegmariurus haeckelii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through shifting temperature and precipitation patterns that could alter the cool, humid conditions essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This clubmoss species inhabits cool, humid montane forests at elevations typically between 1,000-2,500 meters. It grows as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches in cloud forests and upper montane rainforests where consistent moisture and filtered light create optimal conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phlegmariurus haeckelii classified as Vulnerable?
Phlegmariurus haeckelii 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. Phlegmariurus haeckelii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through shifting temperature and precipitation patterns that could alter the cool, humid conditions essential for its survival.
Where does Phlegmariurus haeckelii live?
Phlegmariurus haeckelii 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 Phlegmariurus haeckelii?
The main threats to Phlegmariurus haeckelii 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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