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Heptapleurum palmiforme

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Overview

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

Heptapleurum palmiforme faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and logging operations continue to fragment remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically found in lowland and hill forest environments up to moderate elevations. It grows in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall, often as part of the forest canopy or subcanopy layer.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heptapleurum palmiforme classified as Endangered?
Heptapleurum palmiforme is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Heptapleurum palmiforme faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and logging operations continue to fragment remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs.
Where does Heptapleurum palmiforme live?
Heptapleurum palmiforme 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 Heptapleurum palmiforme?
The main threats to Heptapleurum palmiforme 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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