VU

Cyrtandra elbertii

Unknown

Overview

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

Cyrtandra elbertii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest understory conditions, disrupting the specialized microhabitat requirements typical of Hawaiian Cyrtandra species. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Hawaiian plant inhabits mesic to wet montane forests, typically growing in shaded understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture. It occurs in native forest communities dominated by koa and ohia trees at elevations between 600-1,500 meters.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyrtandra elbertii classified as Vulnerable?
Cyrtandra elbertii 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. Cyrtandra elbertii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest understory conditions, disrupting the specialized microhabitat requirements typical of Hawaiian Cyrtandra species. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Cyrtandra elbertii live?
Cyrtandra elbertii 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 Cyrtandra elbertii?
The main threats to Cyrtandra elbertii 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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