VU

Psychotria waasii

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria waasii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats such as agricultural expansion and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional risk as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic coffee family species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Psychotria waasii inhabits tropical montane forests, typically occurring in the understory of cloud forests and humid mountain slopes. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions including consistent moisture levels and filtered sunlight characteristic of these high-elevation forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria waasii classified as Vulnerable?
Psychotria waasii 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 waasii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats such as agricultural expansion and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional risk as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic coffee family species requires.
Where does Psychotria waasii live?
Psychotria waasii 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 waasii?
The main threats to Psychotria waasii 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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