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Justicia takhinensis

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Overview

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

Justicia takhinensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and infrastructure development within its limited range in Myanmar's Takhin region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits moist deciduous forests and forest edges in the Takhin Hills of Myanmar, typically growing in shaded understory conditions with well-drained soils. It occurs at elevations between 200-800 meters in areas with consistent moisture and partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Justicia takhinensis classified as Endangered?
Justicia takhinensis 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. Justicia takhinensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and infrastructure development within its limited range in Myanmar's Takhin region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Justicia takhinensis live?
Justicia takhinensis 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 Justicia takhinensis?
The main threats to Justicia takhinensis 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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