VU

Memecylon royenii

Unknown

Overview

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

Memecylon royenii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across isolated forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical moist forests and forest edges, typically found in areas with consistent moisture and partial shade. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats within its limited geographic range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon royenii classified as Vulnerable?
Memecylon royenii 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 royenii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across isolated forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this species requires.
Where does Memecylon royenii live?
Memecylon royenii 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 royenii?
The main threats to Memecylon royenii 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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