''Neraudia angulata'' is a rare species of flowering plant in the
nettle family known by the common name angularfruit ma'oloa. It is
endemic to
Hawaii, where it is known only from the
Waianae Range on the island of
Oahu.
[''Neraudia angulata''.]
The Nature Conservancy. There are nine remaining populations with a varying number of individuals; in 2006 there were 227 mature individuals counted.
[USFWS]
''Neraudia angulata'' Five-year Review.
January 2008. This is a federally listed
endangered species
An endangered species is a species that is very likely to become extinct in the near future, either worldwide or in a particular political jurisdiction. Endangered species may be at risk due to factors such as habitat loss, poaching and inv ...
of the United States.
This
shrub
A shrub (often also called a bush) is a small-to-medium-sized perennial woody plant. Unlike herbaceous plants, shrubs have persistent woody stems above the ground. Shrubs can be either deciduous or evergreen. They are distinguished from trees ...
grows up to 3 meters tall. The alternately arranged leaves are up to 15 centimeters long and have hairy undersides. They may have variably toothed or ragged edges.
[''Neraudia angulata''.]
Final Implementation Plan for Makua Military Reservation.
The major threat to the species is fire. Other threats include
feral pigs,
feral goats, and
introduced species of plants. Cattle, slugs, and rats may also be threats.
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References
angulata
Endemic flora of Hawaii
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