VU

Manilkara excelsa

Unknown

Overview

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

Manilkara excelsa faces severe pressure from commercial logging operations targeting its valuable timber, which is prized for construction and furniture making. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and urban development has significantly reduced its natural habitat across its range. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery particularly challenging once populations are depleted.

Threat summary

Habitat

Manilkara excelsa inhabits tropical rainforests and moist deciduous forests, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations up to 1,000 meters. The species is found in both primary and secondary forest formations, often forming part of the forest canopy in mature woodland ecosystems.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical swamp· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Manilkara excelsa classified as Vulnerable?
Manilkara excelsa 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 excelsa faces severe pressure from commercial logging operations targeting its valuable timber, which is prized for construction and furniture making. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and urban development has significantly reduced its natural habitat across its range. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery particularly challenging once populations are depleted.
Where does Manilkara excelsa live?
Manilkara excelsa 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 excelsa?
The main threats to Manilkara excelsa 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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