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Memecylon giganteum

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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.

Memecylon giganteum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restriction to specific elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to climate-induced shifts in suitable habitat conditions. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits the montane forests and shola grassland ecosystems of the Western Ghats in southern India. It typically occurs at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters in moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forest patches.

Forest· major

Other threatened species in MELASTOMATACEAE

VU

Brachyotum angustifolium

Unknown
CR

Blakea steyermarkii

Declining
VU

Gravesia pulchra

Declining
VU

Blakea calycularis

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon giganteum classified as Endangered?
Memecylon giganteum 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. Memecylon giganteum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restriction to specific elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to climate-induced shifts in suitable habitat conditions. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.
Where does Memecylon giganteum live?
Memecylon giganteum 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 Memecylon giganteum?
The main threats to Memecylon giganteum 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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