Benstonea saint-johnii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Benstonea saint-johnii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter soil chemistry and compete for resources in its specialized microhabitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moisture-dependent environments this species requires.
Habitat
Benstonea saint-johnii inhabits specialized microhabitats in moist, shaded environments including forest understories and rocky crevices with consistent moisture levels. The species requires specific soil conditions and is typically found in areas with minimal disturbance and stable microclimatic conditions.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in PANDANACEAE
Threatened in Malaysia
Frequently asked questions
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