VU

Psychotria foetens

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria foetens faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as tropical forests across its range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that could affect its specialized ecological requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical moist forests, typically found in understory environments with high humidity and filtered sunlight. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats, often in areas with rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria foetens classified as Vulnerable?
Psychotria foetens 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. Psychotria foetens faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as tropical forests across its range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that could affect its specialized ecological requirements.
Where does Psychotria foetens live?
Psychotria foetens 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 Psychotria foetens?
The main threats to Psychotria foetens 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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