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Garcinia ophiticola

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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.

Garcinia ophiticola faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the serpentine soil forests where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' highly restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations isolated in small forest patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species is restricted to serpentine soils in the evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India. It occurs in specialized ultramafic rock formations that support unique plant communities adapted to the mineral-rich, often toxic soil conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Garcinia ophiticola classified as Endangered?
Garcinia ophiticola 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. Garcinia ophiticola faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the serpentine soil forests where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' highly restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations isolated in small forest patches.
Where does Garcinia ophiticola live?
Garcinia ophiticola 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 Garcinia ophiticola?
The main threats to Garcinia ophiticola 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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