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Ocotea kostermanniana

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea kostermanniana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate typical of Lauraceae family trees. Logging operations and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' valuable timber makes it a target for selective harvesting.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, typically occurring in lowland and hill forests up to moderate elevations. It grows in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall, often as part of the forest canopy or subcanopy layer.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea kostermanniana classified as Endangered?
Ocotea kostermanniana is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Ocotea kostermanniana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian tropical forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate typical of Lauraceae family trees. Logging operations and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' valuable timber makes it a target for selective harvesting.
Where does Ocotea kostermanniana live?
Ocotea kostermanniana 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 Ocotea kostermanniana?
The main threats to Ocotea kostermanniana 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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