CR

Geostachys decurvata

Unknown

Overview

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

Geostachys decurvata faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Deforestation and land conversion for cultivation have significantly reduced available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

Geostachys decurvata inhabits tropical moist forests and forest edges in mountainous regions, typically found in areas with rich, well-drained soils. The species occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats at moderate to high elevations.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Geostachys decurvata classified as Critically Endangered?
Geostachys decurvata is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Geostachys decurvata faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Deforestation and land conversion for cultivation have significantly reduced available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Geostachys decurvata live?
Geostachys decurvata occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Geostachys decurvata?
The main threats to Geostachys decurvata 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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