VU

Planchonella leptostylidifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Planchonella leptostylidifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations, particularly nickel extraction, and agricultural development. The species' restricted range on ultramafic soils makes it especially vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic tree.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic New Caledonian tree inhabits humid forests on ultramafic soils, typically found in montane and submontane regions. It grows in specialized plant communities adapted to the unique mineral composition of serpentine substrates, often in areas with high rainfall and consistent moisture levels.

Forest· majorShrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Planchonella leptostylidifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Planchonella leptostylidifolia 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. Planchonella leptostylidifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations, particularly nickel extraction, and agricultural development. The species' restricted range on ultramafic soils makes it especially vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic tree.
Where does Planchonella leptostylidifolia live?
Planchonella leptostylidifolia occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Planchonella leptostylidifolia?
The main threats to Planchonella leptostylidifolia 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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