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Cryptosepalum diphyllum

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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.

Cryptosepalum diphyllum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical Africa. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining forest patches, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for regeneration in its specialized forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and gallery forests in Central and West Africa, typically occurring in well-drained soils along riverine systems. It requires mature forest conditions with high canopy cover and consistent moisture levels for successful establishment and growth.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cryptosepalum diphyllum classified as Endangered?
Cryptosepalum diphyllum 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. Cryptosepalum diphyllum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical Africa. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining forest patches, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for regeneration in its specialized forest habitat.
Where does Cryptosepalum diphyllum live?
Cryptosepalum diphyllum occurs in Nigeria. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cryptosepalum diphyllum?
The main threats to Cryptosepalum diphyllum 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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