VU

Calamus egregius

Unknown

Overview

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

Calamus egregius faces severe pressure from unsustainable harvesting for its high-quality cane, which is prized for furniture and handicraft production. Deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Southeast Asian range have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate makes recovery from exploitation particularly challenging.

Threat summary

Habitat

This climbing palm inhabits tropical rainforests and secondary forests across Southeast Asia, typically growing in the understory and forest edges. It thrives in humid conditions with partial shade, often found climbing through the forest canopy using its characteristic hooked rachis extensions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calamus egregius classified as Vulnerable?
Calamus egregius 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. Calamus egregius faces severe pressure from unsustainable harvesting for its high-quality cane, which is prized for furniture and handicraft production. Deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Southeast Asian range have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate makes recovery from exploitation particularly challenging.
Where does Calamus egregius live?
Calamus egregius 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 Calamus egregius?
The main threats to Calamus egregius 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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