Baloghia deplanchei
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus: | Baloghia |
| Species: | B. deplanchei |
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| Baloghia deplanchei | |
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Baloghia deplanchei is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is a shrub endemic to New Caledonia. The species was described in 1873, and is listed as of Least Concern by the IUCN.
Taxonomy
The species was described by Henri Ernest Baillon in 1873, and placed in the genus Codiaeum. In 1911, Ferdinand Albin Pax moved it to Baloghia.[2]
Distribution
Baloghia deplanchei is endemic to the wet tropical biome of south-east New Caledonia, with one observation in Kouaoua.[2][1] Its estimated extent of occurrence is 2,077 square kilometres (802 sq mi). The species grows in shrublands and dense humid forests, on ultramafic substrates, at elevations of 10–500 metres (33–1,640 ft).[1]
Description
Baloghia deplanchei is a shrub.[2]
Conservation
In 2018, the IUCN assessed Baloghia deplanchei as of Least Concern. Some populations may be impacted by mining and fire. The species is not legally protected, but occurs in protected areas.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 4 Amice, R.; Bruy, D.; Butin, J.-P.; Cazé, H.; Chambrey, C.; Dumontet, V.; Fleurot, D.; Garnier, D. (2020). "Baloghia deplanchei". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020 e.T156413708A158136551. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-2.RLTS.T156413708A158136551.en. Retrieved 2026-07-25.
- 1 2 3 4 "Baloghia deplanchei". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 2026-07-25.