EN

Symplocos glaberrima

Declining

Overview

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

Symplocos glaberrima faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures force montane species to migrate to higher elevations, potentially reducing available habitat for this already restricted tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Symplocos glaberrima inhabits montane tropical forests at elevations typically between 800-2000 meters, preferring moist, well-drained soils in primary and secondary forest environments. The species is associated with cloud forest ecosystems where it grows as an understory to mid-canopy tree in areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

Savanna· major

Other threatened species in SYMPLOCACEAE

EN

Symplocos culminicola

Declining
CR

Symplocos yapacanensis

Declining
CR

Symplocos rhamnifolia

Declining
EN

Symplocos oreophila

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Symplocos glaberrima classified as Endangered?
Symplocos glaberrima 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. Symplocos glaberrima faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures force montane species to migrate to higher elevations, potentially reducing available habitat for this already restricted tree species.
Where does Symplocos glaberrima live?
Symplocos glaberrima 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 Symplocos glaberrima?
The main threats to Symplocos glaberrima 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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