VU

Inga salicifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Inga salicifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in Central and South America. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as it requires continuous forest canopy for optimal growth and reproduction. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inga salicifolia inhabits humid tropical forests, typically found in lowland and montane rainforests from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters elevation. The species thrives in areas with high annual rainfall and prefers forest edges, secondary growth areas, and riparian zones along streams and rivers.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga salicifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Inga salicifolia 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. Inga salicifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in Central and South America. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as it requires continuous forest canopy for optimal growth and reproduction. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.
Where does Inga salicifolia live?
Inga salicifolia 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 salicifolia?
The main threats to Inga salicifolia 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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