Sphaeradenia versicolor
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Sphaeradenia versicolor faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have reduced available forest cover, while climate change threatens to alter the specific temperature and humidity conditions this species requires. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Habitat
This epiphytic orchid inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests at elevations between 800-2000 meters. It grows on tree trunks and branches in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight, particularly favoring oak and pine-oak forest associations.