VU

Secamone cuneifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Secamone cuneifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. Slash-and-burn agriculture (tavy) and logging activities continue to reduce the intact forest patches this climbing vine requires for survival. The species' specialized pollination requirements and dependence on forest canopy structure make it particularly vulnerable to even moderate habitat disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This climbing vine inhabits the humid montane and lowland rainforests of eastern Madagascar, typically growing in the forest canopy and edges at elevations between 200-1,200 meters. It requires intact forest structure with adequate canopy cover and is often found along forest margins where it can access sufficient light while maintaining connection to primary forest habitat.

Forest· majorShrubland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Secamone cuneifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Secamone cuneifolia 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. Secamone cuneifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. Slash-and-burn agriculture (tavy) and logging activities continue to reduce the intact forest patches this climbing vine requires for survival. The species' specialized pollination requirements and dependence on forest canopy structure make it particularly vulnerable to even moderate habitat disturbance.
Where does Secamone cuneifolia live?
Secamone cuneifolia 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 Secamone cuneifolia?
The main threats to Secamone cuneifolia 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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