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Chrysophyllum lanatum

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Overview

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

Chrysophyllum lanatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West African rainforests. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while its valuable timber has led to selective logging pressure. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid conditions essential for this rainforest endemic.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary lowland rainforests in West Africa, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and dense canopy cover. It grows in well-drained soils within the forest understory and mid-canopy layers.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chrysophyllum lanatum classified as Endangered?
Chrysophyllum lanatum is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Chrysophyllum lanatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West African rainforests. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while its valuable timber has led to selective logging pressure. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid conditions essential for this rainforest endemic.
Where does Chrysophyllum lanatum live?
Chrysophyllum lanatum 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 Chrysophyllum lanatum?
The main threats to Chrysophyllum lanatum 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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