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Tillandsia pachyaxon

Declining

Overview

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

Tillandsia pachyaxon faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for epiphytic bromeliads. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this distinctive species is sought after by bromeliad enthusiasts.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic bromeliad inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests, typically growing on tree branches and trunks in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight. It occurs at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters in the tropical montane regions of Central America.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tillandsia pachyaxon classified as Endangered?
Tillandsia pachyaxon 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. Tillandsia pachyaxon faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for epiphytic bromeliads. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this distinctive species is sought after by bromeliad enthusiasts.
Where does Tillandsia pachyaxon live?
Tillandsia pachyaxon occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Tillandsia pachyaxon?
The main threats to Tillandsia pachyaxon 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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