VU

Calophyllum cordato-oblongum

Unknown

Overview

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

Calophyllum cordato-oblongum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its valuable timber, as Calophyllum species are prized for construction and boat-building. Agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tropical tree species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests across Southeast Asia, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest formations up to 800 meters elevation. It prefers well-drained soils in mixed species forest communities where it can reach the forest canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calophyllum cordato-oblongum classified as Vulnerable?
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum 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. Calophyllum cordato-oblongum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its valuable timber, as Calophyllum species are prized for construction and boat-building. Agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Calophyllum cordato-oblongum live?
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Calophyllum cordato-oblongum?
The main threats to Calophyllum cordato-oblongum 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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