Plerandra sp. nov. 'tronchetii'
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Plerandra sp. nov. 'tronchetii' faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within New Caledonia's unique ecosystems. Mining activities and urban development pose the greatest immediate threats to this endemic species. The plant's limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat.
Habitat
This endemic New Caledonian species inhabits humid forests and forest margins on ultramafic soils, typically found at mid-elevations. It grows in the understory and edge environments of the island's distinctive maquis and rainforest ecosystems.
