VU

Aporosa lanceolata

Unknown

Overview

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

Aporosa lanceolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia where palm oil plantations have replaced much of its native forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific habitat requirements make it especially vulnerable to ongoing forest fragmentation, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopies where this tree species thrives.

Threat summary

Habitat

Aporosa lanceolata inhabits primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically found in the understory and middle canopy layers of lowland and hill forests up to 800 meters elevation. The species prefers well-drained soils in areas with consistent moisture and is commonly associated with mixed dipterocarp forest communities throughout its range in peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aporosa lanceolata classified as Vulnerable?
Aporosa lanceolata 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. Aporosa lanceolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia where palm oil plantations have replaced much of its native forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific habitat requirements make it especially vulnerable to ongoing forest fragmentation, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopies where this tree species thrives.
Where does Aporosa lanceolata live?
Aporosa lanceolata occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aporosa lanceolata?
The main threats to Aporosa lanceolata 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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