VU

Eugenia porphyrantha

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Eugenia porphyrantha faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions it requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist tropical forests, typically in coastal and lowland areas where it grows as an understory shrub or small tree. It requires consistent moisture levels and is often found in areas with rich, well-drained soils characteristic of primary forest ecosystems.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia porphyrantha classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia porphyrantha is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Eugenia porphyrantha faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions it requires.
Where does Eugenia porphyrantha live?
Eugenia porphyrantha occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Eugenia porphyrantha?
The main threats to Eugenia porphyrantha 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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