Physical Description
The Saint Helena Gumwood is a small to medium-sized tree, reaching heights of up to 15 meters (50 feet). It has smooth, light-colored bark and dense, evergreen foliage with small, ovate leaves. The tree produces small, greenish-white flowers and fruiting capsules.
Environmental Concerns
The Saint Helena Gumwood is critically endangered due to habitat loss from land clearing, invasive species, and overgrazing by introduced animals. Only a few individuals remain in the wild, making it one of the rarest tree species globally.
Other Information
Conservation efforts for the Saint Helena Gumwood include habitat restoration and the control of invasive species. There are also propagation programs aimed at increasing the number of individuals in cultivation and reintroducing them to their native habitat.
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