VU

Rhododendron loerzingii

Unknown

Overview

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

Rhododendron loerzingii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Borneo's montane forests. Mining activities and logging operations have fragmented its specialized high-altitude habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The conversion of native forest to palm oil plantations has eliminated significant portions of its historical range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the montane forests of Borneo, typically found at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters in cool, humid conditions. It grows in mossy forest environments and along ridges where persistent cloud cover maintains the high moisture levels essential for its survival.

Shrubland· majorGrassland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rhododendron loerzingii classified as Vulnerable?
Rhododendron loerzingii 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. Rhododendron loerzingii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Borneo's montane forests. Mining activities and logging operations have fragmented its specialized high-altitude habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The conversion of native forest to palm oil plantations has eliminated significant portions of its historical range.
Where does Rhododendron loerzingii live?
Rhododendron loerzingii 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 Rhododendron loerzingii?
The main threats to Rhododendron loerzingii 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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