VU

Pilea napoana

Unknown

Overview

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

Pilea napoana faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and deforestation in its limited Ecuadorian range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pilea napoana inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest margins in the Ecuadorian Andes. The species typically grows as an understory herb in moist, shaded environments with rich organic soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pilea napoana classified as Vulnerable?
Pilea napoana 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 napoana faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and deforestation in its limited Ecuadorian range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to wild populations.
Where does Pilea napoana live?
Pilea napoana 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 napoana?
The main threats to Pilea napoana 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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