VU

Solanum pachimatium

Declining

Overview

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

Solanum pachimatium faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection pressure for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid subtropical forests at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It typically grows in forest understory and edge habitats with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Solanum pachimatium classified as Vulnerable?
Solanum pachimatium 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 pachimatium faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection pressure for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Where does Solanum pachimatium live?
Solanum pachimatium 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 pachimatium?
The main threats to Solanum pachimatium 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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