Myrsine fosbergii
Overview
Myrsine fosbergii, the Koolau Range colicwood, is a species of plant in the family Primulaceae. It is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Myrsine fosbergii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion on its limited Pacific island range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation and alter forest composition. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting the montane forest ecosystems where this species occurs.
Habitat
Myrsine fosbergii inhabits montane wet forests and cloud forests on volcanic slopes, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and consistent moisture. The species is adapted to the specific microclimatic conditions of Pacific island mountain ecosystems with rich, well-drained soils.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in PRIMULACEAE
Threatened in United States
Frequently asked questions
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