Pipturus grantii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Pipturus grantii faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Hawaiian range. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic nettle for resources and alter the native forest understory composition. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to stochastic events and continued habitat fragmentation.
Habitat
This endemic Hawaiian nettle inhabits mesic to wet native forests, typically growing in the understory of mixed native tree communities at elevations between 300-1,200 meters. It requires well-drained volcanic soils and partial shade conditions provided by the native forest canopy.