VU

Phyllanthus acacioides

Unknown

Overview

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

Phyllanthus acacioides faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Madagascar's dry forests are cleared for agriculture and charcoal production. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its slow growth rate limits natural recovery from population declines. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the dry forest ecosystems this endemic shrub depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Madagascan shrub inhabits dry deciduous forests and woodland savannas in the western and southwestern regions of the island. It typically grows in well-drained soils on limestone substrates and rocky outcrops, often in areas with pronounced dry seasons.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phyllanthus acacioides classified as Vulnerable?
Phyllanthus acacioides 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. Phyllanthus acacioides faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Madagascar's dry forests are cleared for agriculture and charcoal production. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its slow growth rate limits natural recovery from population declines. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the dry forest ecosystems this endemic shrub depends upon.
Where does Phyllanthus acacioides live?
Phyllanthus acacioides 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 Phyllanthus acacioides?
The main threats to Phyllanthus acacioides 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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