CR

Goniostemma punctatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Goniostemma punctatum faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change may be altering the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic plant requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This critically endangered plant is endemic to the tropical evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India, where it grows in shaded understory conditions with high humidity and consistent moisture levels. It typically occurs at mid-elevations in areas with rich, well-drained soils and dense canopy cover that provides protection from direct sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Goniostemma punctatum classified as Critically Endangered?
Goniostemma punctatum 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. Goniostemma punctatum faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change may be altering the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic plant requires for survival.
Where does Goniostemma punctatum live?
Goniostemma punctatum 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 Goniostemma punctatum?
The main threats to Goniostemma punctatum 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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