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Psychotria oliveri

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria oliveri faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the plant's adaptive capacity. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has also been documented as a contributing factor to population decline.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters, typically growing in the understory of primary and secondary forest formations. It shows preference for areas with consistent moisture and partial shade, often found along forest edges and in small clearings within intact forest systems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria oliveri classified as Endangered?
Psychotria oliveri 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. Psychotria oliveri faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the plant's adaptive capacity. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has also been documented as a contributing factor to population decline.
Where does Psychotria oliveri live?
Psychotria oliveri 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 oliveri?
The main threats to Psychotria oliveri 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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