Castanopsis catappifolia
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Castanopsis catappifolia faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Logging pressure for timber extraction has further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.
Habitat
This critically endangered oak species inhabits montane forests and woodland areas, typically occurring in mixed broadleaf forests at moderate to high elevations. The species requires well-drained soils and specific microclimatic conditions found in its native forest ecosystems.