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Psychotria rimbachii

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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.

Psychotria rimbachii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Ecuador's cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized montane ecosystems this coffee family member requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian species inhabits humid montane cloud forests and forest edges at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests where persistent cloud cover maintains the high humidity levels essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria rimbachii classified as Endangered?
Psychotria rimbachii 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 rimbachii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Ecuador's cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized montane ecosystems this coffee family member requires for survival.
Where does Psychotria rimbachii live?
Psychotria rimbachii 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 rimbachii?
The main threats to Psychotria rimbachii 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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