Pritchardia lowreyana
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Pritchardia lowreyana faces severe pressure from invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter its native habitat structure. Feral ungulates, particularly pigs and goats, damage the palm's root systems and seedlings through trampling and rooting behavior. Limited population size and restricted range make the species highly vulnerable to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.
Habitat
This endemic Hawaiian palm inhabits dry to mesic forests and shrublands on volcanic slopes, typically at elevations between 300-900 meters. It grows in well-drained soils among native shrubs and scattered trees in areas that receive moderate rainfall.