VU

Psychotria hootmawaapensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria hootmawaapensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and conversion of natural habitats for agricultural expansion and human settlements. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases may alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic coffee family species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits the moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats mountain range in India. It typically occurs in understory environments with high humidity and filtered sunlight, often associated with specific soil conditions and elevation ranges that characterize this biodiversity hotspot.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria hootmawaapensis classified as Vulnerable?
Psychotria hootmawaapensis 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. Psychotria hootmawaapensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and conversion of natural habitats for agricultural expansion and human settlements. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases may alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic coffee family species requires for survival.
Where does Psychotria hootmawaapensis live?
Psychotria hootmawaapensis 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 Psychotria hootmawaapensis?
The main threats to Psychotria hootmawaapensis 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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