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Memecylon macrophyllum

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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 macrophyllum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development that fragments its montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes essential for this endemic shrub's survival in cloud forest environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane evergreen forests and cloud forests in the Western Ghats of India, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. It thrives in humid, mist-laden environments with consistent moisture levels characteristic of these biodiversity hotspot ecosystems.

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Brachyotum angustifolium

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CR

Blakea steyermarkii

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Gravesia pulchra

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VU

Blakea calycularis

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon macrophyllum classified as Endangered?
Memecylon macrophyllum 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 macrophyllum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development that fragments its montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes essential for this endemic shrub's survival in cloud forest environments.
Where does Memecylon macrophyllum live?
Memecylon macrophyllum 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 macrophyllum?
The main threats to Memecylon macrophyllum 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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