Symplocos hispidula
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Symplocos hispidula faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the availability of suitable forest habitat, while the species' restricted altitudinal range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate-induced shifts in temperature and precipitation patterns. Urban development and infrastructure projects in mountainous regions further fragment remaining populations.
Habitat
This species inhabits montane forests and forest edges at elevations typically between 1,000-2,500 meters in Southeast Asia. It prefers humid, well-drained soils in both primary and secondary forest environments, often found along ridges and slopes where it can access adequate moisture and filtered sunlight.
Other threatened species in SYMPLOCACEAE
Threatened in Sri Lanka
Frequently asked questions
Why is Symplocos hispidula classified as Vulnerable?
Where does Symplocos hispidula live?
What are the main threats to Symplocos hispidula?
Get weekly conservation intelligence
One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.
Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.