VU

Chassalia albiflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Chassalia albiflora faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical Africa. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the intact forest areas this understory shrub requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change may alter the humid forest conditions essential for its growth.

Threat summary

Habitat

Chassalia albiflora inhabits the understory of humid tropical forests, typically growing in shaded areas with rich, well-drained soils. This shrub species requires the stable microclimate conditions found in intact forest ecosystems, including consistent moisture levels and protection from direct sunlight.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chassalia albiflora classified as Vulnerable?
Chassalia albiflora 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. Chassalia albiflora faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical Africa. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the intact forest areas this understory shrub requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change may alter the humid forest conditions essential for its growth.
Where does Chassalia albiflora live?
Chassalia albiflora occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Chassalia albiflora?
The main threats to Chassalia albiflora 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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