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Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora

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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.

Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on the specific microclimatic conditions found in undisturbed montane forests. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity regimes essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters in Central America. It requires the specific microclimate conditions of undisturbed primary forest, particularly areas with consistent moisture and temperature regulation provided by dense canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora classified as Endangered?
Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora 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. Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on the specific microclimatic conditions found in undisturbed montane forests. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity regimes essential for this species' survival.
Where does Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora live?
Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora 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 Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora?
The main threats to Phyllostemonodaphne geminiflora 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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