Etlingera cylindrica
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Etlingera cylindrica faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for ornamental and medicinal purposes has intensified pressure on remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid microclimate conditions essential for this ginger species' survival.
Habitat
Etlingera cylindrica inhabits the understory of primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically growing in humid, shaded conditions with rich, well-drained soils. The species is found at elevations ranging from lowland forests to lower montane zones, requiring consistent moisture and protection from direct sunlight.
