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Ormosia lewisii

Declining

Overview

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

Ormosia lewisii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have significantly reduced the species' available habitat, while its restricted distribution makes remaining populations particularly vulnerable to local extinctions. The species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements further compound its vulnerability to ongoing habitat loss.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ormosia lewisii inhabits tropical montane forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters, typically growing in well-drained soils along forest edges and clearings. The species requires the humid, stable microclimate conditions found in mature forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ormosia lewisii classified as Endangered?
Ormosia lewisii 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. Ormosia lewisii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have significantly reduced the species' available habitat, while its restricted distribution makes remaining populations particularly vulnerable to local extinctions. The species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements further compound its vulnerability to ongoing habitat loss.
Where does Ormosia lewisii live?
Ormosia lewisii 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 Ormosia lewisii?
The main threats to Ormosia lewisii 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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