VU

Chisocheton pauciflorus

Unknown

Overview

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

Chisocheton pauciflorus faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species' dependence on primary and mature secondary forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion. Palm oil plantations and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests, typically found in primary forests and well-developed secondary growth. It occurs in both coastal and inland forest formations across Southeast Asia, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chisocheton pauciflorus classified as Vulnerable?
Chisocheton pauciflorus 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. Chisocheton pauciflorus faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species' dependence on primary and mature secondary forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion. Palm oil plantations and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Chisocheton pauciflorus live?
Chisocheton pauciflorus occurs in Malaysia, and peninsular Malaysia (Kedah, Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, Johor); +Singapore. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Chisocheton pauciflorus?
The main threats to Chisocheton pauciflorus 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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