VU

Macaranga serratifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Macaranga serratifolia faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly from palm oil plantation expansion and logging operations that target its lowland forest habitats. Urban development and agricultural conversion have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' limited dispersal ability restricts natural recolonization of cleared areas. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Macaranga serratifolia inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests across Southeast Asia, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall. The species favors forest edges and gaps where it can access adequate sunlight while maintaining the moist soil conditions essential for its growth.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macaranga serratifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Macaranga serratifolia 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. Macaranga serratifolia faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly from palm oil plantation expansion and logging operations that target its lowland forest habitats. Urban development and agricultural conversion have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' limited dispersal ability restricts natural recolonization of cleared areas. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.
Where does Macaranga serratifolia live?
Macaranga serratifolia occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Macaranga serratifolia?
The main threats to Macaranga serratifolia 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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