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Psychotria magnifica

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria magnifica faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and precipitation zones beyond its current elevational range. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has also been documented as a contributing factor to population decline.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest environments at elevations between 800-2000 meters. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with high moisture levels and consistent cloud cover.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria magnifica classified as Endangered?
Psychotria magnifica is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Psychotria magnifica faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and precipitation zones beyond its current elevational range. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has also been documented as a contributing factor to population decline.
Where does Psychotria magnifica live?
Psychotria magnifica occurs in Fiji. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Psychotria magnifica?
The main threats to Psychotria magnifica 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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