CR

Diospyros rheophytica

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros rheophytica faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restriction to specific rheophytic (streamside) habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to water management changes and riparian zone disturbance. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already small population clusters.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to rheophytic environments, growing along streambanks and in riparian forests where it depends on specific moisture and soil conditions. It typically occurs in tropical lowland areas with consistent water flow and well-drained alluvial soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros rheophytica classified as Critically Endangered?
Diospyros rheophytica is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Diospyros rheophytica faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restriction to specific rheophytic (streamside) habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to water management changes and riparian zone disturbance. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already small population clusters.
Where does Diospyros rheophytica live?
Diospyros rheophytica 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 rheophytica?
The main threats to Diospyros rheophytica 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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