VU

Calophyllum rufinerve

Unknown

Overview

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

Calophyllum rufinerve faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. Logging operations target both the species directly for its valuable timber and indirectly through forest clearance for agricultural expansion. The species' restricted distribution in lowland and hill forests makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations becoming increasingly fragmented and isolated.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tropical tree species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests across Southeast Asia, typically occurring at elevations up to 800 meters. It grows in both primary and secondary forest formations, showing preference for well-drained soils in areas with high rainfall and humidity.

Forest· major

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VU

Calophyllum verticillatum

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EN

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CR

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Unknown
CR

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Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Calophyllum rufinerve classified as Vulnerable?
Calophyllum rufinerve 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 rufinerve faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. Logging operations target both the species directly for its valuable timber and indirectly through forest clearance for agricultural expansion. The species' restricted distribution in lowland and hill forests makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations becoming increasingly fragmented and isolated.
Where does Calophyllum rufinerve live?
Calophyllum rufinerve 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 Calophyllum rufinerve?
The main threats to Calophyllum rufinerve 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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