Walsura monophylla
| Walsura monophylla | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Sapindales |
| Family: | Meliaceae |
| Genus: | Walsura |
| Species: | W. monophylla
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| Binomial name | |
| Walsura monophylla | |
Walsura monophylla is a plant in the family Meliaceae, native to the Philippines.
Description[edit]
Walsura monophylla grows as a shrub or tree up to 10 metres (30 ft) tall. The species can absorb nickel in high concentrations from the ultramafic soils in its habitat.[3]
Distribution and habitat[edit]
Walsura monophylla is endemic to the Philippines, where it is confined to Palawan.[1] Its habitat is in woodlands, on ultramafic soils, at elevations of around 75 m (200 ft).[3]
Conservation[edit]
Walsura monophylla has been assessed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by conversion of its habitat for plantations, agriculture and urban development. It is also threatened by logging for its timber and by mining operations in its habitat.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c Energy Development Corporation (EDC) (2020). "Walsura monophylla". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020: e.T154609404A157179456. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ "Walsura monophylla". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ a b Ken Fern. "Walsura monophylla". Useful Tropical Plants Database. Archived from the original on 3 October 2023. Retrieved 26 April 2024.