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Solenandra cordata

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Overview

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

Solenandra cordata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow ecological niche make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and slash-and-burn agriculture have accelerated forest loss in recent decades, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' dispersal capabilities.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malagasy plant inhabits the understory of primary and secondary rainforests in eastern Madagascar, typically growing in humid, shaded conditions at elevations between 800-1,400 meters. It requires well-drained soils and depends on the forest canopy for protection from direct sunlight and temperature extremes.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Solenandra cordata classified as Endangered?
Solenandra cordata 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. Solenandra cordata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow ecological niche make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and slash-and-burn agriculture have accelerated forest loss in recent decades, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' dispersal capabilities.
Where does Solenandra cordata live?
Solenandra cordata occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Solenandra cordata?
The main threats to Solenandra cordata 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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