Manilkara longifolia
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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.
Manilkara longifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and valuable timber, making it a target for selective logging. Urban development and infrastructure projects have further fragmented its remaining forest habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions this endemic tree requires.
Habitat
This endemic tree species inhabits the evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India, typically found at elevations between 500-1200 meters. It grows in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall, preferring well-drained soils in primary forest ecosystems.
Other threatened species in Sapotaceae
Frequently asked questions
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