VU

Strychnos benthami

Unknown

Overview

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

Strychnos benthami faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on wild populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific montane forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Strychnos benthami is endemic to the montane evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in southern India, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. The species thrives in the humid, shaded understory of these biodiversity-rich forests, often growing along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Strychnos benthami classified as Vulnerable?
Strychnos benthami 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. Strychnos benthami faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on wild populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific montane forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Strychnos benthami live?
Strychnos benthami 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 Strychnos benthami?
The main threats to Strychnos benthami 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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