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Zamia lindenii

Declining

Overview

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

Zamia lindenii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's Caribbean coastal forests are cleared for agriculture, cattle ranching, and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while illegal collection for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic cycad requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Zamia lindenii inhabits humid lowland forests and forest edges along Colombia's Caribbean coast, typically growing in well-drained soils under partial shade. The species is endemic to a very small area in northern Colombia, where it occurs in both primary and secondary forest fragments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Zamia lindenii classified as Endangered?
Zamia lindenii 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. Zamia lindenii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's Caribbean coastal forests are cleared for agriculture, cattle ranching, and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while illegal collection for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic cycad requires.
Where does Zamia lindenii live?
Zamia lindenii occurs in Ecuador, and Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Zamia lindenii?
The main threats to Zamia lindenii 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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