VU

Sematophyllum flavidum

Unknown

Overview

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

Sematophyllum flavidum faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane forest range. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced suitable substrate availability for this epiphytic moss. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature increases that affect the humid microclimate conditions essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This moss species inhabits humid montane forests, typically growing as an epiphyte on tree bark and branches in cloud forest environments. It requires consistent moisture levels and stable temperature conditions found in undisturbed forest canopies at moderate to high elevations.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sematophyllum flavidum classified as Vulnerable?
Sematophyllum flavidum 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. Sematophyllum flavidum faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane forest range. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced suitable substrate availability for this epiphytic moss. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature increases that affect the humid microclimate conditions essential for its survival.
Where does Sematophyllum flavidum live?
Sematophyllum flavidum 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 Sematophyllum flavidum?
The main threats to Sematophyllum flavidum 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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