Restrepia cuprea
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Restrepia cuprea

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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.

Restrepia cuprea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Colombia's cloud forest ecosystems. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and humidity conditions required for this epiphytic orchid's survival. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as the species' attractive copper-colored flowers make it desirable among orchid enthusiasts.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters in the Colombian Andes. It grows on moss-covered tree branches and trunks in areas with consistent high humidity and cool temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Restrepia cuprea classified as Endangered?
Restrepia cuprea 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. Restrepia cuprea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Colombia's cloud forest ecosystems. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and humidity conditions required for this epiphytic orchid's survival. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as the species' attractive copper-colored flowers make it desirable among orchid enthusiasts.
Where does Restrepia cuprea live?
Restrepia cuprea 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 Restrepia cuprea?
The main threats to Restrepia cuprea 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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