Zygogynum cristatum

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Zygogynum cristatum
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Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Magnoliids
Order: Canellales
Family: Winteraceae
Genus: Zygogynum
Species:
Z. cristatum
Binomial name
Zygogynum cristatum

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

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Distribution

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

It is most commonly found in the month of December. [2]

Status and conservation

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

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 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". www.gbif.org. Retrieved 2023-07-05.