CR

Heterospathe brevicaulis

Declining

Overview

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

Heterospathe brevicaulis faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Philippines. The species' restricted distribution makes it extremely vulnerable to localized habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and logging activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining forest fragments where this palm persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This palm species inhabits lowland and montane tropical forests in the Philippines, typically growing in the understory of primary and secondary forest ecosystems. It requires humid forest conditions with well-drained soils and partial shade provided by the forest canopy.

Marine coastal/supratidal· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heterospathe brevicaulis classified as Critically Endangered?
Heterospathe brevicaulis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Heterospathe brevicaulis faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Philippines. The species' restricted distribution makes it extremely vulnerable to localized habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and logging activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining forest fragments where this palm persists.
Where does Heterospathe brevicaulis live?
Heterospathe brevicaulis occurs in Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Heterospathe brevicaulis?
The main threats to Heterospathe brevicaulis are 1.1, 2.1, 2.1.1, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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