VU

Diospyros albiflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros albiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly oil palm plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented remaining populations into isolated patches. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have degraded the forest structure this species depends upon, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining habitat fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests at elevations typically below 500 meters. It occurs in both primary forest understory and forest edges, showing some tolerance for disturbed habitats but requiring intact canopy cover for optimal growth.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros albiflora classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros albiflora 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. Diospyros albiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly oil palm plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented remaining populations into isolated patches. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have degraded the forest structure this species depends upon, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining habitat fragments.
Where does Diospyros albiflora live?
Diospyros albiflora 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 albiflora?
The main threats to Diospyros albiflora 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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