VU

Ternstroemia granulata

Unknown

Overview

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

Ternstroemia granulata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change poses additional pressure on the specialized montane forest ecosystems this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ternstroemia granulata inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations typically between 1,000-2,500 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and thrives in the misty, moisture-rich conditions characteristic of cloud forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ternstroemia granulata classified as Vulnerable?
Ternstroemia granulata 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. Ternstroemia granulata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change poses additional pressure on the specialized montane forest ecosystems this species requires.
Where does Ternstroemia granulata live?
Ternstroemia granulata 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 Ternstroemia granulata?
The main threats to Ternstroemia granulata 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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