VU

Heptapleurum capituliferum

Unknown

Overview

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

Heptapleurum capituliferum 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 logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade its forest ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may force this montane specialist to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane tropical forests at elevations between 800-2000 meters, typically found in primary and secondary forest understory environments. It thrives in humid, shaded conditions with rich organic soils characteristic of Southeast Asian highland ecosystems.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heptapleurum capituliferum classified as Vulnerable?
Heptapleurum capituliferum 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. Heptapleurum capituliferum 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 logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade its forest ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may force this montane specialist to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.
Where does Heptapleurum capituliferum live?
Heptapleurum capituliferum occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Heptapleurum capituliferum?
The main threats to Heptapleurum capituliferum 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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