Prismatomeris andamanica
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Prismatomeris andamanica faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion across the Andaman Islands, where its extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to any disturbance. Coastal development and infrastructure expansion have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. The species' restricted distribution to specific soil types and microclimatic conditions means that even small-scale habitat alterations can have disproportionate impacts on population viability.
Habitat
This endemic shrub inhabits tropical evergreen forests and forest edges in the Andaman Islands, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. It occurs in both primary forest understory and secondary growth areas, showing preference for partially shaded environments with consistent moisture levels.