Geissois stipularis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Geissois stipularis faces severe pressure from mining activities and infrastructure development across its limited range in New Caledonia's ultramafic soils. The species' restriction to specific geological substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat destruction from nickel mining operations. Forest degradation from invasive plant species and fire damage further compounds threats to remaining populations.
Habitat
This endemic New Caledonian tree occurs in humid forests on ultramafic soils, typically at elevations between 200-800 meters. It is restricted to specific geological formations with high concentrations of heavy metals, particularly in the southern and central regions of Grande Terre.
Other threatened species in Cunoniaceae
Frequently asked questions
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