VU

Piper hylophilum

Unknown

Overview

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

Piper hylophilum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented the species' montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones upslope, reducing available area for this elevation-dependent species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane cloud forests and elfin woodlands at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with persistent cloud cover and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Piper hylophilum classified as Vulnerable?
Piper hylophilum 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. Piper hylophilum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented the species' montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones upslope, reducing available area for this elevation-dependent species.
Where does Piper hylophilum live?
Piper hylophilum 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 Piper hylophilum?
The main threats to Piper hylophilum 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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