Heritiera parvifolia
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Heritiera parvifolia faces severe pressure from coastal development and mangrove habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change, which directly impacts the tidal zones where it naturally occurs. Overexploitation for timber and traditional medicine has further reduced population numbers, while pollution from coastal industries degrades remaining habitat quality.
Habitat
Heritiera parvifolia inhabits mangrove forests and tidal mudflats along tropical coastlines, typically growing in the upper intertidal zone where it tolerates periodic saltwater inundation. The species is found in estuarine environments and coastal swamps throughout Southeast Asia, particularly in areas with regular tidal fluctuations.
Other threatened species in MALVACEAE
Threatened in China
Frequently asked questions
Why is Heritiera parvifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Where does Heritiera parvifolia live?
What are the main threats to Heritiera parvifolia?
Get weekly conservation intelligence
One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.
Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.