ENEndangered
Etlingera orophila
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Etlingera orophila faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion in its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for ornamental purposes and traditional medicine adds additional pressure on wild populations.
Habitat
This ginger species inhabits montane tropical forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters, typically growing in the understory of primary and secondary forests. It requires humid conditions and well-drained soils characteristic of Southeast Asian highland ecosystems.
Forest· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionSpecies recovery
