VU

Memecylon lawsonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Memecylon lawsonii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range in the Western Ghats makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes and temperature patterns essential for this endemic shrub's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot in India. It typically grows in understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture levels, often on slopes and in valley systems between 200-800 meters elevation.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon lawsonii classified as Vulnerable?
Memecylon lawsonii 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 lawsonii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range in the Western Ghats makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes and temperature patterns essential for this endemic shrub's survival.
Where does Memecylon lawsonii live?
Memecylon lawsonii 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 lawsonii?
The main threats to Memecylon lawsonii 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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