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Stigmaphyllon ecudorense

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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.

Stigmaphyllon ecudorense faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in Ecuador's coastal and Andean foothills. Deforestation for banana plantations and palm oil cultivation has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this climbing vine occurs. Urban development along Ecuador's rapidly growing coastal corridor continues to eliminate suitable habitat, while climate change threatens to shift precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic climbing vine inhabits humid tropical forests and forest edges in Ecuador's coastal lowlands and western Andean slopes, typically at elevations between 200-1,200 meters. It requires well-drained soils and partial canopy cover, often growing along forest margins and in secondary growth areas adjacent to primary forest.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Stigmaphyllon ecudorense classified as Endangered?
Stigmaphyllon ecudorense 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. Stigmaphyllon ecudorense faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in Ecuador's coastal and Andean foothills. Deforestation for banana plantations and palm oil cultivation has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this climbing vine occurs. Urban development along Ecuador's rapidly growing coastal corridor continues to eliminate suitable habitat, while climate change threatens to shift precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent species.
Where does Stigmaphyllon ecudorense live?
Stigmaphyllon ecudorense 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 Stigmaphyllon ecudorense?
The main threats to Stigmaphyllon ecudorense 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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