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Psychotria speciosa

Declining

Overview

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

Psychotria speciosa 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 selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy that this understory shrub depends upon for optimal growing conditions.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory of tropical montane forests, typically occurring at elevations between 800-1,500 meters where it grows in the shade of mature canopy trees. It requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels characteristic of cloud forest environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria speciosa classified as Endangered?
Psychotria speciosa 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 speciosa 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 selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy that this understory shrub depends upon for optimal growing conditions.
Where does Psychotria speciosa live?
Psychotria speciosa 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 speciosa?
The main threats to Psychotria speciosa 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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