VU

Clerodendrum galeatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Clerodendrum galeatum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this species requires for reproduction and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the tropical moist forests of the Western Ghats in India, typically found in understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture levels. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats at elevations between 500-1200 meters, often associated with stream valleys and forest edges.

Shrubland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clerodendrum galeatum classified as Vulnerable?
Clerodendrum galeatum 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. Clerodendrum galeatum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this species requires for reproduction and survival.
Where does Clerodendrum galeatum live?
Clerodendrum galeatum 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 Clerodendrum galeatum?
The main threats to Clerodendrum galeatum 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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