VU

Chionanthus spiciferus

Unknown

Overview

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

Chionanthus spiciferus faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment remaining forest patches where this tree species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats mountain range in southwestern India. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils at elevations between 500-1500 meters in areas with high annual rainfall.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chionanthus spiciferus classified as Vulnerable?
Chionanthus spiciferus 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. Chionanthus spiciferus faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment remaining forest patches where this tree species occurs.
Where does Chionanthus spiciferus live?
Chionanthus spiciferus 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 Chionanthus spiciferus?
The main threats to Chionanthus spiciferus 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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