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Hedychium roxburghii

Declining

Overview

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

Hedychium roxburghii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its native range in northeastern India and Myanmar. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity. Collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal purposes has further depleted wild populations, especially in accessible areas near human settlements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ginger species inhabits moist deciduous forests and forest margins in the Eastern Himalayas, typically growing in shaded understory conditions at elevations between 300-1,500 meters. It thrives in areas with high humidity and rich, well-drained soils along stream banks and forest clearings.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hedychium roxburghii classified as Endangered?
Hedychium roxburghii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Hedychium roxburghii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its native range in northeastern India and Myanmar. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity. Collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal purposes has further depleted wild populations, especially in accessible areas near human settlements.
Where does Hedychium roxburghii live?
Hedychium roxburghii 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 Hedychium roxburghii?
The main threats to Hedychium roxburghii 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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