Ravenea hildebrandtii
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Ravenea hildebrandtii

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Overview

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

Ravenea hildebrandtii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making population recovery extremely difficult once local populations are eliminated. Cyclones and extreme weather events pose additional threats to remaining forest fragments where this palm persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic palm inhabits Madagascar's eastern lowland and montane rainforests, typically growing in humid forest understories and along forest edges at elevations up to 1,200 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels found in primary and secondary forest environments.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ravenea hildebrandtii classified as Endangered?
Ravenea hildebrandtii 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. Ravenea hildebrandtii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making population recovery extremely difficult once local populations are eliminated. Cyclones and extreme weather events pose additional threats to remaining forest fragments where this palm persists.
Where does Ravenea hildebrandtii live?
Ravenea hildebrandtii occurs in China, Comoros, Germany, India, Madagascar, and Mayotte (plus 1 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ravenea hildebrandtii?
The main threats to Ravenea hildebrandtii 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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