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Diospyros acuta

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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.

Diospyros acuta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly oil palm plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented remaining forest patches where this ebony species occurs. Logging operations target mature forest stands, removing the large trees that D. acuta requires for successful reproduction and seed dispersal.

Threat summary

Habitat

Diospyros acuta inhabits primary and secondary tropical rainforests in lowland and hill regions up to 800 meters elevation. The species typically occurs in well-drained soils along forest edges and in canopy gaps where it can access sufficient light for growth.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros acuta classified as Endangered?
Diospyros acuta 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. Diospyros acuta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly oil palm plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented remaining forest patches where this ebony species occurs. Logging operations target mature forest stands, removing the large trees that D. acuta requires for successful reproduction and seed dispersal.
Where does Diospyros acuta live?
Diospyros acuta occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros acuta?
The main threats to Diospyros acuta 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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