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Pitcairnia caduciflora

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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.

Pitcairnia caduciflora faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival. Invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat fragments, further reducing available growing space.

Threat summary

Habitat

This bromeliad species inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It typically grows as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pitcairnia caduciflora classified as Endangered?
Pitcairnia caduciflora 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. Pitcairnia caduciflora faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival. Invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat fragments, further reducing available growing space.
Where does Pitcairnia caduciflora live?
Pitcairnia caduciflora occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pitcairnia caduciflora?
The main threats to Pitcairnia caduciflora 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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