VU

Embelia nummulariifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Embelia nummulariifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its native montane forest ecosystems across the Western Ghats and Sri Lanka. Deforestation for agricultural expansion, particularly tea and spice cultivation, has fragmented its specialized cloud forest habitat. Collection pressure for traditional medicinal uses compounds these threats, as the species' berries are harvested for Ayurvedic preparations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This climbing shrub inhabits montane evergreen forests and cloud forests at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters in the Western Ghats of India and central highlands of Sri Lanka. It typically grows as an epiphytic or semi-epiphytic vine in humid, mist-laden forest environments with consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Embelia nummulariifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Embelia nummulariifolia 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. Embelia nummulariifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its native montane forest ecosystems across the Western Ghats and Sri Lanka. Deforestation for agricultural expansion, particularly tea and spice cultivation, has fragmented its specialized cloud forest habitat. Collection pressure for traditional medicinal uses compounds these threats, as the species' berries are harvested for Ayurvedic preparations.
Where does Embelia nummulariifolia live?
Embelia nummulariifolia 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 Embelia nummulariifolia?
The main threats to Embelia nummulariifolia 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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