VU

Ixora jucunda

Unknown

Overview

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

Ixora jucunda faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ixora jucunda is endemic to the tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in southwestern India. The species typically grows in moist, shaded understory environments at elevations between 500-1200 meters, preferring well-drained soils with high organic content.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ixora jucunda classified as Vulnerable?
Ixora jucunda 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. Ixora jucunda faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded areas.
Where does Ixora jucunda live?
Ixora jucunda occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ixora jucunda?
The main threats to Ixora jucunda 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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