VU

Tropaeolum asplundii

Unknown

Overview

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

Tropaeolum asplundii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its native Andean cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for its survival in high-altitude ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane regions of the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. It grows in areas with consistent moisture and cool temperatures, often in forest edges and clearings within the cloud forest ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tropaeolum asplundii classified as Vulnerable?
Tropaeolum asplundii 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. Tropaeolum asplundii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its native Andean cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for its survival in high-altitude ecosystems.
Where does Tropaeolum asplundii live?
Tropaeolum asplundii 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 Tropaeolum asplundii?
The main threats to Tropaeolum asplundii 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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