Calophyllum macrophyllum
Overview
Calophyllum macrophyllum is a species of flowering plant in the Calophyllaceae family. It is a tree found only in Gebeh Island in the Maluku Islands of Indonesia.
Calophyllum macrophyllum faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Commercial logging operations target this species for its valuable timber, while agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations have eliminated vast areas of suitable habitat. The species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make recovery particularly challenging once populations are fragmented.
Habitat
This large tropical tree species inhabits lowland rainforests and coastal forests across Southeast Asia, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations below 500 meters. It occurs naturally in primary and secondary forest formations, often near riverbanks and in areas with consistent moisture availability.
Other threatened species in CALOPHYLLACEAE
Threatened in Indonesia
Frequently asked questions
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