VU

Diospyros conformis

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros conformis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once habitat is lost. Selective logging for timber and fuelwood collection further compounds these pressures, as ebony species are highly valued for their dense, dark heartwood.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ebony species is endemic to the Western Ghats of India, where it inhabits tropical moist deciduous forests and semi-evergreen forest margins at elevations between 200-800 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils along forest edges and in secondary forest areas that have experienced some disturbance.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros conformis classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros conformis 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 conformis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once habitat is lost. Selective logging for timber and fuelwood collection further compounds these pressures, as ebony species are highly valued for their dense, dark heartwood.
Where does Diospyros conformis live?
Diospyros conformis 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 Diospyros conformis?
The main threats to Diospyros conformis 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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