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Brassaiopsis acuminata

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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.

Brassaiopsis acuminata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for cash crops and palm oil plantations, has fragmented the species' already limited distribution. Logging activities targeting both commercial timber and the species itself for traditional medicine have further reduced population numbers and habitat quality.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary montane forests at elevations between 800-2,000 meters, typically growing in the understory and forest edges of tropical mountain ecosystems. It prefers well-drained soils in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns characteristic of Southeast Asian highland forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Brassaiopsis acuminata classified as Endangered?
Brassaiopsis acuminata 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. Brassaiopsis acuminata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for cash crops and palm oil plantations, has fragmented the species' already limited distribution. Logging activities targeting both commercial timber and the species itself for traditional medicine have further reduced population numbers and habitat quality.
Where does Brassaiopsis acuminata live?
Brassaiopsis acuminata 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 Brassaiopsis acuminata?
The main threats to Brassaiopsis acuminata 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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