Anacolosa densiflora
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Anacolosa densiflora

Unknown

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Overview

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

Anacolosa densiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this parasitic plant establishes its host relationships. Urban development and palm oil plantations continue to reduce available habitat, with remaining forest patches becoming increasingly isolated and degraded.

Threat summary

Habitat

Anacolosa densiflora inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically found as a hemiparasitic shrub in the forest understory and canopy. The species requires mature forest ecosystems with established host trees, particularly favoring areas with high humidity and stable microclimatic conditions.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Anacolosa densiflora classified as Endangered?
Anacolosa densiflora is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Anacolosa densiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this parasitic plant establishes its host relationships. Urban development and palm oil plantations continue to reduce available habitat, with remaining forest patches becoming increasingly isolated and degraded.
Where does Anacolosa densiflora live?
Anacolosa densiflora occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Anacolosa densiflora?
The main threats to Anacolosa densiflora 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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