Elaeocarpus coriaceus
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Elaeocarpus coriaceus

Unknown

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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.

Elaeocarpus coriaceus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asia. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, as it requires mature forest canopy conditions that are increasingly fragmented. Urban development and infrastructure projects have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Elaeocarpus coriaceus inhabits tropical and subtropical moist forests, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest canopies at elevations ranging from lowland areas to montane regions. The species prefers well-drained soils in areas with consistent rainfall and high humidity levels characteristic of Southeast Asian rainforest ecosystems.

Other threatened species in ELAEOCARPACEAE

EN

Elaeocarpus timorensis

Unknown
CR

Elaeocarpus surigaensis

Declining
VU

Elaeocarpus degenerianus

Unknown
VU

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Elaeocarpus coriaceus classified as Endangered?
Elaeocarpus coriaceus 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. Elaeocarpus coriaceus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Southeast Asia. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, as it requires mature forest canopy conditions that are increasingly fragmented. Urban development and infrastructure projects have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbance.
Where does Elaeocarpus coriaceus live?
Elaeocarpus coriaceus 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 Elaeocarpus coriaceus?
The main threats to Elaeocarpus coriaceus 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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