CR

Geostachys megaphylla

Declining

Overview

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

Geostachys megaphylla faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with mining activities and urbanization posing additional pressures on its montane forest ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the montane evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-1,500 meters. It inhabits the understory of dense, humid tropical forests with rich organic soil layers essential for its growth and reproduction.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Geostachys megaphylla classified as Critically Endangered?
Geostachys megaphylla 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 megaphylla faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with mining activities and urbanization posing additional pressures on its montane forest ecosystem.
Where does Geostachys megaphylla live?
Geostachys megaphylla 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 megaphylla?
The main threats to Geostachys megaphylla are 2.1, 4.1, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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