VU

Solanum interandinum

Unknown

Overview

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

Solanum interandinum faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its Andean habitat, which fragments and degrades the specialized high-altitude ecosystems it requires. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones to shift upward in elevation, potentially reducing available range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and collection pressure.

Threat summary

Habitat

This Andean endemic inhabits high-altitude montane regions, typically found in cloud forests, páramo grasslands, and rocky slopes between 2,500-4,000 meters elevation. It grows in well-drained soils along forest edges and in clearings where it receives partial sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Solanum interandinum classified as Vulnerable?
Solanum interandinum 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. Solanum interandinum faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its Andean habitat, which fragments and degrades the specialized high-altitude ecosystems it requires. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones to shift upward in elevation, potentially reducing available range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and collection pressure.
Where does Solanum interandinum live?
Solanum interandinum 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 Solanum interandinum?
The main threats to Solanum interandinum 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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