VU

Diospyros srilankana

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros srilankana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across Sri Lanka's lowland wet zone forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for tea plantations and subsistence farming, has eliminated much of its natural forest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes remaining populations highly vulnerable to localized disturbances and edge effects from forest fragmentation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic ebony species inhabits Sri Lanka's lowland wet zone rainforests, typically found in primary and secondary forest understories at elevations below 500 meters. It grows in humid, well-drained soils within the island's southwestern tropical rainforest belt.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros srilankana classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros srilankana 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 srilankana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across Sri Lanka's lowland wet zone forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for tea plantations and subsistence farming, has eliminated much of its natural forest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes remaining populations highly vulnerable to localized disturbances and edge effects from forest fragmentation.
Where does Diospyros srilankana live?
Diospyros srilankana 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 srilankana?
The main threats to Diospyros srilankana 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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