Myrsine rapensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Myrsine rapensis faces severe threats from its extremely limited distribution on Rapa Island in French Polynesia, where the entire population is confined to a single location. Invasive plant species compete with native vegetation and alter the island's fragile ecosystem structure. Human activities including agriculture and development pressure continue to reduce available habitat on this small volcanic island.
Habitat
This endemic shrub inhabits the montane forests and scrublands of Rapa Island in the Austral Islands of French Polynesia. It grows in volcanic soils at elevations between 200-650 meters, typically in areas with high humidity and frequent cloud cover.
