CR

Alocasia atropurpurea

Declining

Overview

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

Alocasia atropurpurea faces severe population decline primarily due to deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its native Malaysian range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across small forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations, as this striking aroid has become highly sought after by collectors.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of peninsular Malaysia, typically growing in shaded understory conditions with high humidity and well-drained soils. It occurs in primary and secondary forest environments at elevations below 500 meters.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Alocasia atropurpurea classified as Critically Endangered?
Alocasia atropurpurea is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Alocasia atropurpurea faces severe population decline primarily due to deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its native Malaysian range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across small forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations, as this striking aroid has become highly sought after by collectors.
Where does Alocasia atropurpurea live?
Alocasia atropurpurea occurs in Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Alocasia atropurpurea?
The main threats to Alocasia atropurpurea 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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