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Inga conchifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Inga conchifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Central American range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that this moisture-dependent tree species requires for successful reproduction and establishment.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inga conchifolia inhabits humid lowland and montane forests of Central America, typically growing in well-drained soils along forest edges and in secondary growth areas. The species thrives in areas with consistent moisture and partial canopy cover, often found at elevations between 200-1,200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga conchifolia classified as Endangered?
Inga conchifolia 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. Inga conchifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Central American range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that this moisture-dependent tree species requires for successful reproduction and establishment.
Where does Inga conchifolia live?
Inga conchifolia 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 Inga conchifolia?
The main threats to Inga conchifolia 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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