Melicope macrocarpa
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Melicope macrocarpa faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as native Hawaiian forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. Invasive plant species compete aggressively with this endemic tree, altering forest composition and reducing available growing space. The species' limited distribution across only a few Hawaiian islands makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats such as feral ungulate damage and wildfire.
Habitat
This endemic Hawaiian tree inhabits mesic and dry forests on volcanic slopes, typically growing in mixed native forest communities at elevations between 300-1,200 meters. It prefers well-drained soils in areas with moderate rainfall and partial canopy cover.
Other threatened species in Rutaceae
Threatened in Malaya
Frequently asked questions
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