VU

Memecylon hullettii

Unknown

Overview

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

Memecylon hullettii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining populations, while logging activities degrade the forest understory where this shrub typically establishes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory of lowland tropical rainforests in Peninsular Malaysia, typically growing in shaded conditions beneath the forest canopy. It occurs in primary and secondary forest environments at elevations from sea level to approximately 300 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon hullettii classified as Vulnerable?
Memecylon hullettii 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. Memecylon hullettii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining populations, while logging activities degrade the forest understory where this shrub typically establishes.
Where does Memecylon hullettii live?
Memecylon hullettii occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Memecylon hullettii?
The main threats to Memecylon hullettii 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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