Ficus bojeri
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ficus bojeri faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Madagascar's native forests continue to be cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific environmental conditions this endemic fig requires for successful reproduction and establishment.
Habitat
Ficus bojeri is endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits humid lowland and montane forests, typically growing in well-drained soils along forest edges and clearings. The species prefers areas with consistent moisture and partial shade, often establishing itself near streams or in forest gaps where light penetration supports its growth requirements.
Other threatened species in MORACEAE
Threatened in Seychelles
Frequently asked questions
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