VU

Pilea myriophylla

Unknown

Overview

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

Pilea myriophylla faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments increasingly isolated from one another. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this humidity-dependent plant's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pilea myriophylla inhabits humid tropical forests, typically growing in shaded understory environments with consistent moisture levels. The species thrives in areas with rich, well-draining soils and high humidity, often found along forest edges and in clearings where filtered light penetrates the canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pilea myriophylla classified as Vulnerable?
Pilea myriophylla 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. Pilea myriophylla faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments increasingly isolated from one another. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this humidity-dependent plant's survival.
Where does Pilea myriophylla live?
Pilea myriophylla 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 Pilea myriophylla?
The main threats to Pilea myriophylla 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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