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Staurogyne euryphylla

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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.

Staurogyne euryphylla faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation has fragmented its wetland habitats, while water pollution from agricultural runoff degrades the aquatic environments this species requires. Climate change compounds these threats by altering precipitation patterns and increasing the frequency of extreme weather events that can destroy remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic plant species inhabits shallow freshwater wetlands, including rice paddies, seasonal pools, and marshy areas with slow-moving or stagnant water. It typically grows in muddy substrates along the margins of water bodies where it can emerge partially above the surface during dry periods.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Staurogyne euryphylla classified as Endangered?
Staurogyne euryphylla 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. Staurogyne euryphylla faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation has fragmented its wetland habitats, while water pollution from agricultural runoff degrades the aquatic environments this species requires. Climate change compounds these threats by altering precipitation patterns and increasing the frequency of extreme weather events that can destroy remaining populations.
Where does Staurogyne euryphylla live?
Staurogyne euryphylla 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 Staurogyne euryphylla?
The main threats to Staurogyne euryphylla 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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