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Agave titanota

Declining

Overview

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

Agave titanota faces severe pressure from overcollection for the horticultural trade, where its distinctive blue-gray leaves and compact rosette form make it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Wild populations are further threatened by habitat degradation from livestock grazing and agricultural expansion in its limited range in Oaxaca, Mexico. The species' extremely slow growth rate and restricted distribution make recovery from collection pressure particularly challenging.

Threat summary

Habitat

Agave titanota inhabits dry rocky slopes and cliff faces in oak-pine woodland zones of the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains in Oaxaca, Mexico. The species grows in well-drained, mineral-rich soils on steep terrain at elevations between 1,500-2,000 meters.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· majorRocky areas· majorDesert· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Agave titanota classified as Endangered?
Agave titanota 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. Agave titanota faces severe pressure from overcollection for the horticultural trade, where its distinctive blue-gray leaves and compact rosette form make it highly sought after by succulent collectors. Wild populations are further threatened by habitat degradation from livestock grazing and agricultural expansion in its limited range in Oaxaca, Mexico. The species' extremely slow growth rate and restricted distribution make recovery from collection pressure particularly challenging.
Where does Agave titanota live?
Agave titanota 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 Agave titanota?
The main threats to Agave titanota 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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