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Pavetta brachycalyx

Declining

Overview

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

Pavetta brachycalyx faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region have accelerated forest clearance, while invasive plant species compete with native understory vegetation where this shrub naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the understory of moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests in the Western Ghats of India. It typically grows in shaded areas with well-drained soils at elevations between 500-1200 meters, often associated with rocky outcrops and forest edges.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pavetta brachycalyx classified as Endangered?
Pavetta brachycalyx is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Pavetta brachycalyx faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region have accelerated forest clearance, while invasive plant species compete with native understory vegetation where this shrub naturally occurs.
Where does Pavetta brachycalyx live?
Pavetta brachycalyx occurs in Cameroon. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pavetta brachycalyx?
The main threats to Pavetta brachycalyx 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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