VU

Pittosporum orohenense

Stable

Overview

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

Pittosporum orohenense faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane range on Tahiti. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native forest composition. Human activities including development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited habitat, while climate change poses additional risks to its high-elevation ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane forests on the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia, typically found at higher elevations where native vegetation persists. It grows in humid forest environments characterized by volcanic soils and cloud forest conditions.

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VU

Pittosporum croceum

Declining
VU

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Declining
VU

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VU

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Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Pittosporum orohenense classified as Vulnerable?
Pittosporum orohenense 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. Pittosporum orohenense faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane range on Tahiti. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native forest composition. Human activities including development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited habitat, while climate change poses additional risks to its high-elevation ecosystem.
Where does Pittosporum orohenense live?
Pittosporum orohenense 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 Pittosporum orohenense?
The main threats to Pittosporum orohenense 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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