VU

Aframomum tchoutoui

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Aframomum tchoutoui faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its forest habitat in Cameroon. The species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic ginger species inhabits the understory of lowland and submontane rainforests in southwestern Cameroon. It typically grows in shaded, humid conditions along forest floors and stream margins within primary and secondary forest ecosystems.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aframomum tchoutoui classified as Vulnerable?
Aframomum tchoutoui is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Aframomum tchoutoui faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its forest habitat in Cameroon. The species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on remaining populations.
Where does Aframomum tchoutoui live?
Aframomum tchoutoui occurs in Cameroon. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aframomum tchoutoui?
The main threats to Aframomum tchoutoui are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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