VU

Ruellia kuriensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Ruellia kuriensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation within its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. Agricultural expansion and human settlement development have reduced the quality of its forest habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic plant species inhabits the moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in Kerala, India. It typically grows in understory environments with high humidity and filtered sunlight, often along forest edges and in areas with rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ruellia kuriensis classified as Vulnerable?
Ruellia kuriensis 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. Ruellia kuriensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation within its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. Agricultural expansion and human settlement development have reduced the quality of its forest habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and environmental changes.
Where does Ruellia kuriensis live?
Ruellia kuriensis occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ruellia kuriensis?
The main threats to Ruellia kuriensis 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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