CR

Planchonella stellibacca

Unknown

Overview

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

Planchonella stellibacca faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources and alter the forest understory composition essential for regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and moist forest margins, typically occurring in areas with rich, well-drained soils. It is found in both primary and secondary forest habitats, often in association with other native Sapotaceae species.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Planchonella stellibacca classified as Critically Endangered?
Planchonella stellibacca 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. Planchonella stellibacca faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources and alter the forest understory composition essential for regeneration.
Where does Planchonella stellibacca live?
Planchonella stellibacca occurs in Thailand. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Planchonella stellibacca?
The main threats to Planchonella stellibacca are 2.1, 5.3, 6.1, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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