Horsfieldia obscura
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Horsfieldia obscura faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species' dependence on primary and mature secondary forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, especially oil palm plantations. Its limited distribution and specific habitat requirements compound these threats, as remaining forest fragments become increasingly isolated and degraded.
Habitat
Horsfieldia obscura inhabits primary and mature secondary lowland rainforests, typically found in the understory and middle canopy layers. The species occurs in both hill forests and coastal lowland areas, preferring well-drained soils in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.
Other threatened species in MYRISTICACEAE
Threatened in Indonesia
Frequently asked questions
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