CR

Geostachys taipingensis

Declining

Overview

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

Geostachys taipingensis faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its extremely limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to specific limestone karst formations makes it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and habitat fragmentation. Urban development pressures in the region have accelerated habitat loss, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This critically endangered plant species is endemic to limestone karst formations in Peninsular Malaysia, specifically adapted to the unique soil chemistry and microclimate conditions of these geological formations. It typically grows in the understory of tropical limestone hill forests, requiring the specific drainage and mineral conditions provided by karst topography.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Geostachys taipingensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Geostachys taipingensis 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 taipingensis faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its extremely limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to specific limestone karst formations makes it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and habitat fragmentation. Urban development pressures in the region have accelerated habitat loss, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Geostachys taipingensis live?
Geostachys taipingensis 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 taipingensis?
The main threats to Geostachys taipingensis are 5.3, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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