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Cyrtandra induta

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Overview

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

Cyrtandra induta faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as native Hawaiian forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest understory conditions and compete for resources. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns that affect the moist forest environments this endemic Hawaiian plant requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Hawaiian species inhabits moist to wet native forests, typically found in understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture. It grows in montane forest ecosystems on volcanic soils, requiring the specific microclimate conditions of intact native Hawaiian forest communities.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyrtandra induta classified as Endangered?
Cyrtandra induta 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. Cyrtandra induta faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as native Hawaiian forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest understory conditions and compete for resources. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns that affect the moist forest environments this endemic Hawaiian plant requires.
Where does Cyrtandra induta live?
Cyrtandra induta 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 induta?
The main threats to Cyrtandra induta 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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