VU

Tillandsia raackii

Unknown

Overview

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

Tillandsia raackii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to deforestation, as it depends entirely on host trees for support and optimal growing conditions. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity, which can disrupt the delicate moisture balance this air plant requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic bromeliad inhabits humid tropical forests, growing on tree branches and trunks in the canopy and understory layers. It typically occurs in coastal and lowland forest environments where consistent moisture and filtered sunlight create optimal conditions for its air plant lifestyle.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tillandsia raackii classified as Vulnerable?
Tillandsia raackii 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. Tillandsia raackii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to deforestation, as it depends entirely on host trees for support and optimal growing conditions. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity, which can disrupt the delicate moisture balance this air plant requires for survival.
Where does Tillandsia raackii live?
Tillandsia raackii 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 raackii?
The main threats to Tillandsia raackii 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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