Cheirostylis octodactyla
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Cheirostylis octodactyla faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species' specialized mycorrhizal relationships and narrow ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and degradation. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while the orchid's ground-dwelling nature makes it susceptible to trampling and soil disturbance from human activities.
Habitat
This terrestrial orchid inhabits the understory of primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically growing in deep shade on humus-rich soils. It requires specific mycorrhizal fungal partnerships and is found at elevations ranging from lowland forests to lower montane zones.
Other threatened species in Orchidaceae
Frequently asked questions
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