VU

Clerodendrum leucophloeum

Unknown

Overview

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

Clerodendrum leucophloeum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation has fragmented its forest habitat, while collection for traditional medicine and ornamental use has reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered rainfall patterns affecting this moisture-dependent species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical lowland forests and forest edges in Southeast Asia, typically growing in moist, well-drained soils with partial shade. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats at elevations up to 800 meters.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clerodendrum leucophloeum classified as Vulnerable?
Clerodendrum leucophloeum 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. Clerodendrum leucophloeum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation has fragmented its forest habitat, while collection for traditional medicine and ornamental use has reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered rainfall patterns affecting this moisture-dependent species.
Where does Clerodendrum leucophloeum live?
Clerodendrum leucophloeum 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 Clerodendrum leucophloeum?
The main threats to Clerodendrum leucophloeum 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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