VU

Memecylon varians

Unknown

Overview

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

Memecylon varians faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its native range in tropical Asia. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced its forest habitat, while selective logging targets the mature trees this understory species depends upon for canopy cover. Climate change poses additional stress through altered rainfall patterns that affect the moist conditions essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Memecylon varians inhabits tropical moist forests, typically growing as an understory shrub or small tree in lowland and hill forests. It prefers areas with consistent moisture and partial shade, often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Memecylon varians classified as Vulnerable?
Memecylon varians 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 varians faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its native range in tropical Asia. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced its forest habitat, while selective logging targets the mature trees this understory species depends upon for canopy cover. Climate change poses additional stress through altered rainfall patterns that affect the moist conditions essential for its survival.
Where does Memecylon varians live?
Memecylon varians occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Memecylon varians?
The main threats to Memecylon varians 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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