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Rinorea villosiflora

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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.

Rinorea villosiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species' dependence on intact forest understory makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and slash-and-burn agriculture. Mining activities in several range countries pose additional threats through habitat destruction and soil contamination.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory of tropical rainforests in West and Central Africa, typically growing in shaded areas with rich, well-drained soils. It occurs primarily in lowland and submontane forests between 200-800 meters elevation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rinorea villosiflora classified as Endangered?
Rinorea villosiflora 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. Rinorea villosiflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species' dependence on intact forest understory makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and slash-and-burn agriculture. Mining activities in several range countries pose additional threats through habitat destruction and soil contamination.
Where does Rinorea villosiflora live?
Rinorea villosiflora 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 Rinorea villosiflora?
The main threats to Rinorea villosiflora 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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