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Etlingera mucronata

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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.

Etlingera mucronata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its habitat into isolated patches, while collection for ornamental and medicinal purposes has reduced wild populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ginger species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and forest margins in Southeast Asia, typically growing in shaded understory conditions with high humidity. It prefers well-drained soils in primary and secondary forest habitats at elevations below 500 meters.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Etlingera mucronata classified as Endangered?
Etlingera mucronata 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. Etlingera mucronata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its habitat into isolated patches, while collection for ornamental and medicinal purposes has reduced wild populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Etlingera mucronata live?
Etlingera mucronata occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Etlingera mucronata?
The main threats to Etlingera mucronata 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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