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Lagerstroemia minuticarpa

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Overview

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

Lagerstroemia minuticarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic crape myrtle survives. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy layers it requires for optimal growth.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic crape myrtle inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and mixed deciduous forests at elevations below 800 meters. It typically grows in the forest understory and mid-canopy layers, preferring well-drained soils in areas with consistent moisture and partial shade.

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Ammannia maxima

Declining
CR

Rotala malabarica

Declining
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Andaman Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia hypoleuca

Unknown
VU

Ginoria arborea

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Lagerstroemia minuticarpa classified as Endangered?
Lagerstroemia minuticarpa 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. Lagerstroemia minuticarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic crape myrtle survives. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy layers it requires for optimal growth.
Where does Lagerstroemia minuticarpa live?
Lagerstroemia minuticarpa 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 Lagerstroemia minuticarpa?
The main threats to Lagerstroemia minuticarpa 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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