VU

Bennettiodendron cordatum

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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.

Bennettiodendron cordatum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Logging activities and agricultural expansion continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this tree species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical lowland and hill forests in Southeast Asia, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest environments. It grows in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall, often found in mixed dipterocarp forests at elevations up to 800 meters.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Bennettiodendron cordatum classified as Vulnerable?
Bennettiodendron cordatum 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. Bennettiodendron cordatum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Logging activities and agricultural expansion continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this tree species occurs.
Where does Bennettiodendron cordatum live?
Bennettiodendron cordatum occurs in Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Bennettiodendron cordatum?
The main threats to Bennettiodendron cordatum 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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