Strophanthus bequaertii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Strophanthus bequaertii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its remaining forest habitat in Central Africa. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on wild populations. Climate change is altering precipitation patterns in its range, potentially affecting the specific moisture conditions this forest climber requires.
Habitat
This climbing shrub inhabits tropical rainforests and gallery forests of Central Africa, typically growing in the understory and forest edges where it can access sufficient light. It prefers areas with consistent moisture and well-drained soils in both primary and secondary forest formations.
Other threatened species in APOCYNACEAE
Threatened in Congo - Brazzaville
Frequently asked questions
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