Etlingera subulicalyx
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Etlingera subulicalyx 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 adds additional stress to wild populations. Climate change poses an emerging threat as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases affect the humid forest conditions this ginger species requires.
Habitat
Etlingera subulicalyx 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.
