VU

Eugenia swettenhamiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia swettenhamiana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations continue to reduce the quality of remaining forest patches. Urban development and palm oil plantations have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, leaving isolated populations with reduced genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas in Southeast Asia, typically occurring in areas with rich, well-drained soils. It is found in both primary forest understory and forest edges, showing some tolerance for disturbed habitats but requiring forest canopy cover for optimal growth.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia swettenhamiana classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia swettenhamiana 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 swettenhamiana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations continue to reduce the quality of remaining forest patches. Urban development and palm oil plantations have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, leaving isolated populations with reduced genetic diversity.
Where does Eugenia swettenhamiana live?
Eugenia swettenhamiana 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 swettenhamiana?
The main threats to Eugenia swettenhamiana 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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