Zygogynum cristatum

Zygogynum cristatum
Conservation status
Vulnerable  (IUCN 2.3) [1]
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Magnoliids
Order:	Canellales
Family:	Winteraceae
Genus:	Zygogynum
Species:	Z. cristatum
Binomial name
Zygogynum cristatum Vink [2] [3]

Zygogynum cristatum is a species of plant in the family Winteraceae. It is endemic to New Caledonia and is threatened by habitat loss. ^[1]

Distribution

The plant is found at only two upland locations, in the region of Kouaoua at Mé Ori and Aréha. ^[1]

Status and conservation

Major threats to the species include mining activities, fires and habitat clearance. Consequently, it is considered Vulnerable. ^[1]

References

1. Jaffré, T.; et al. (1998). "Zygogynum cristatum". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . 1998 e.T37415A10051939. doi: 10.2305/IUCN.UK.1998.RLTS.T37415A10051939.en . Retrieved 12 November 2021.
2. "Zygogynum cristatum Vink". Plants of the World Online . Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. 2025. Retrieved 13 June 2025.
3. "Zygogynum cristatum Vink". Endemia.nc, Fauna and Flora of New Caledonia. 2025. Retrieved 13 June 2025.