Calamus sabalensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Calamus sabalensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Philippines. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate typical of climbing palms. Overcollection for rattan cane harvesting has further depleted wild populations, while habitat fragmentation prevents natural regeneration and genetic exchange between remaining populations.
Habitat
This climbing palm species inhabits tropical lowland and montane forests in the Philippines, typically growing in the understory where it climbs through the forest canopy using its spiny rachis extensions. It requires intact forest ecosystems with adequate canopy cover and is particularly associated with primary and secondary forest habitats.
