VU

Manilkara maxima

Unknown

Overview

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

Manilkara maxima faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its valuable timber, which is highly prized for construction and furniture making. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and cattle ranching has significantly reduced its lowland rainforest habitat across Central America. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make population recovery particularly challenging once areas are cleared.

Threat summary

Habitat

This large canopy tree inhabits lowland tropical rainforests from sea level to 800 meters elevation, primarily in the wet Atlantic slopes of Central America. It requires well-drained soils and high humidity conditions typical of primary and mature secondary forests.

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Manilkara maxima classified as Vulnerable?
Manilkara maxima 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. Manilkara maxima faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its valuable timber, which is highly prized for construction and furniture making. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and cattle ranching has significantly reduced its lowland rainforest habitat across Central America. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make population recovery particularly challenging once areas are cleared.
Where does Manilkara maxima live?
Manilkara maxima 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 Manilkara maxima?
The main threats to Manilkara maxima 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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