CR

Syzygium cyclophyllum

Unknown

Overview

Syzygium revolutum is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Sri Lanka and southern India.

Syzygium cyclophyllum faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical lowland rainforests and montane forest edges, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and well-drained soils. It is found in both primary and secondary forest formations, often growing in forest gaps and along stream margins where light conditions are favorable.

Other threatened species in MYRTACEAE

VU

Myrcia carioca

Declining
CR

Myrcia solitaria

Declining
EN

Plinia caricensis

Declining
EN

Myrciaria pallida

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium cyclophyllum classified as Critically Endangered?
Syzygium cyclophyllum 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. Syzygium cyclophyllum faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Syzygium cyclophyllum live?
Syzygium cyclophyllum 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 Syzygium cyclophyllum?
The main threats to Syzygium cyclophyllum 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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