javillo
VU

javillo

Reutealis trisperma

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reutealis

Overview

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

Javillo faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its native range in the Philippines and Indonesia. The species' large seeds make it particularly vulnerable to overharvesting for oil production, while its slow growth rate limits natural recovery. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and making local extinctions more likely.

Threat summary

Habitat

Javillo occurs in lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests up to 600 meters elevation. The species prefers well-drained soils in both primary forest understory and forest edges, though it requires forest cover for successful reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is javillo classified as Vulnerable?
javillo 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. Javillo faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its native range in the Philippines and Indonesia. The species' large seeds make it particularly vulnerable to overharvesting for oil production, while its slow growth rate limits natural recovery. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and making local extinctions more likely.
Where does javillo live?
javillo 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 javillo?
The main threats to javillo 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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