Eugenia mackeeana
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Eugenia mackeeana faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in New Caledonia's unique ultramafic ecosystems. Mining activities for nickel extraction pose the most severe threat to remaining populations, as the species is restricted to serpentine soils that are heavily targeted for mineral extraction. Invasive plant species further compromise habitat quality by altering soil chemistry and competing for resources in these specialized environments.
Habitat
This endemic New Caledonian species is restricted to ultramafic soils derived from serpentine substrates, typically found in maquis shrubland and low forest formations. It occurs at elevations between 200-800 meters in areas characterized by high concentrations of heavy metals and specialized plant communities adapted to these harsh edaphic conditions.