Elaeocarpus royenii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Elaeocarpus royenii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees that this species requires for reproduction and survival.
Habitat
This species inhabits tropical montane forests and evergreen forests of the Western Ghats, typically occurring at elevations between 800-1500 meters. It prefers undisturbed forest areas with dense canopy cover and is often found in association with other endemic Western Ghats flora.