CR

Scaphochlamys cordata

Unknown

Overview

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

Scaphochlamys cordata faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while palm oil plantations and urban development continue to encroach on remaining forest patches. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered rainfall patterns that affect the humid microhabitats essential for this understory ginger species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory of primary and mature secondary lowland rainforests, typically growing in shaded, humid conditions on forest floors with rich organic soil. It requires the stable microclimate conditions found in intact forest ecosystems, particularly areas with consistent moisture and protection from direct sunlight.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Scaphochlamys cordata classified as Critically Endangered?
Scaphochlamys cordata 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. Scaphochlamys cordata faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while palm oil plantations and urban development continue to encroach on remaining forest patches. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered rainfall patterns that affect the humid microhabitats essential for this understory ginger species.
Where does Scaphochlamys cordata live?
Scaphochlamys cordata occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Scaphochlamys cordata?
The main threats to Scaphochlamys cordata are 5.3, 5.4, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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