VU

Baccaurea odoratissima

Unknown

Overview

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

Baccaurea odoratissima 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 lowland forest habitat. The species' limited distribution and specific habitat requirements make it highly vulnerable to ongoing forest fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery in degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tropical tree species inhabits lowland primary and secondary rainforests, typically found in well-drained soils at elevations below 300 meters. It occurs naturally in the understory and canopy layers of dipterocarp forests across peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, and Sumatra.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Baccaurea odoratissima classified as Vulnerable?
Baccaurea odoratissima 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. Baccaurea odoratissima 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 lowland forest habitat. The species' limited distribution and specific habitat requirements make it highly vulnerable to ongoing forest fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery in degraded areas.
Where does Baccaurea odoratissima live?
Baccaurea odoratissima 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 Baccaurea odoratissima?
The main threats to Baccaurea odoratissima 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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