VU

Oldenlandia ocellata

Unknown

Overview

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

Oldenlandia ocellata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the remaining suitable habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic plant species occurs in the moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India. It typically grows in shaded understory environments with well-drained soils at elevations between 500-1200 meters.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oldenlandia ocellata classified as Vulnerable?
Oldenlandia ocellata 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. Oldenlandia ocellata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the remaining suitable habitat.
Where does Oldenlandia ocellata live?
Oldenlandia ocellata 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 Oldenlandia ocellata?
The main threats to Oldenlandia ocellata 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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