VU

Remijia asperula

Declining

Overview

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

Remijia asperula faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid Andean slopes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. It grows in the understory and forest edges of these moist, high-altitude ecosystems where persistent cloud cover maintains humid conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Remijia asperula classified as Vulnerable?
Remijia asperula 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. Remijia asperula faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Remijia asperula live?
Remijia asperula occurs in Brazil, Colombia, and Mauritius. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Remijia asperula?
The main threats to Remijia asperula 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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