VU

Hedychium collinum

Unknown

Overview

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

Hedychium collinum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Himalayas makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of its high-altitude habitat. Collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal purposes further compounds population decline in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hedychium collinum inhabits montane forests and forest margins in the Eastern Himalayas, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,500 meters. The species thrives in moist, shaded understory environments with rich, well-drained soils characteristic of subtropical and temperate forest zones.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hedychium collinum classified as Vulnerable?
Hedychium collinum is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Hedychium collinum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Himalayas makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of its high-altitude habitat. Collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal purposes further compounds population decline in accessible areas.
Where does Hedychium collinum live?
Hedychium collinum occurs in Malaysia, and Thailand. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hedychium collinum?
The main threats to Hedychium collinum 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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