CR

Pilea solandri

Declining

Overview

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

Pilea solandri faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest understory habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moist conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pilea solandri inhabits moist, shaded forest understory environments, typically growing in rich, well-drained soils beneath the canopy of tropical or subtropical forests. The species requires consistent moisture levels and protection from direct sunlight, making it dependent on intact forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pilea solandri classified as Critically Endangered?
Pilea solandri is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Pilea solandri faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest understory habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moist conditions this species requires.
Where does Pilea solandri live?
Pilea solandri 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 solandri?
The main threats to Pilea solandri 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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