Etlingera sublimata
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Etlingera sublimata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to disturbed environments. Collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal purposes poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Habitat
Etlingera sublimata inhabits humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters, typically growing in the understory of primary and secondary tropical rainforests. The species requires consistently moist conditions and rich, well-drained soils characteristic of Southeast Asian mountain ecosystems.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in ZINGIBERACEAE
Threatened in Indonesia
Frequently asked questions
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