VU

Orthosiphon ferrugineus

Unknown

Overview

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

Orthosiphon ferrugineus faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tropical forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development across its Southeast Asian range. The species' specialized requirements for humid forest understory conditions make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity. Overcollection for traditional medicinal use compounds these pressures, with local populations experiencing targeted harvesting that exceeds natural regeneration rates.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the humid understory of tropical rainforests, typically growing in shaded areas with consistent moisture levels. It favors well-drained soils along forest edges and clearings where filtered sunlight penetrates the canopy.

Shrubland· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Orthosiphon ferrugineus classified as Vulnerable?
Orthosiphon ferrugineus is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Orthosiphon ferrugineus faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tropical forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development across its Southeast Asian range. The species' specialized requirements for humid forest understory conditions make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity. Overcollection for traditional medicinal use compounds these pressures, with local populations experiencing targeted harvesting that exceeds natural regeneration rates.
Where does Orthosiphon ferrugineus live?
Orthosiphon ferrugineus 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 Orthosiphon ferrugineus?
The main threats to Orthosiphon ferrugineus 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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