VU

Erythroxylum kochummenii

Unknown

Overview

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

Erythroxylum kochummenii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, especially oil palm plantations. Its narrow endemic distribution means that localized habitat destruction can significantly impact the entire global population.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malaysian species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests, typically found at elevations up to 800 meters. It grows in the understory and canopy of primary and secondary tropical rainforests in Peninsular Malaysia.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum kochummenii classified as Vulnerable?
Erythroxylum kochummenii 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. Erythroxylum kochummenii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, especially oil palm plantations. Its narrow endemic distribution means that localized habitat destruction can significantly impact the entire global population.
Where does Erythroxylum kochummenii live?
Erythroxylum kochummenii 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 Erythroxylum kochummenii?
The main threats to Erythroxylum kochummenii 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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