Microtropis tenuis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Microtropis tenuis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species' narrow ecological requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural conversion. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions this understory shrub requires for survival.
Habitat
Microtropis tenuis inhabits the understory of primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically found at elevations between 200-800 meters. The species requires humid, shaded conditions with consistent moisture levels and grows as a small shrub or understory tree in areas with minimal human disturbance.