VU

Buchanania lanceolata

Declining

Overview

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

Buchanania lanceolata faces severe pressure from widespread deforestation and habitat conversion across its native range in tropical Asia. Commercial logging operations target the species for its valuable timber, while agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining forest populations. Overexploitation for traditional medicine and local construction materials has further reduced wild populations, particularly in accessible areas near human settlements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tropical tree species inhabits lowland and hill forests, typically growing in mixed deciduous and semi-evergreen forests at elevations up to 1,200 meters. It thrives in well-drained soils and is commonly found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas throughout Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Buchanania lanceolata classified as Vulnerable?
Buchanania 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. Buchanania lanceolata faces severe pressure from widespread deforestation and habitat conversion across its native range in tropical Asia. Commercial logging operations target the species for its valuable timber, while agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining forest populations. Overexploitation for traditional medicine and local construction materials has further reduced wild populations, particularly in accessible areas near human settlements.
Where does Buchanania lanceolata live?
Buchanania lanceolata 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 Buchanania lanceolata?
The main threats to Buchanania 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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