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Syzygium formosanum

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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.

Syzygium formosanum faces severe pressure from rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion across Taiwan's lowland regions, where most of its remaining populations occur. Habitat fragmentation has isolated small forest patches, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources in disturbed forest edges, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current range.

Threat summary

Habitat

Syzygium formosanum inhabits lowland and montane forests of Taiwan, typically found in moist, well-drained soils along forest edges and in secondary growth areas. The species occurs primarily in broadleaf evergreen forests at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium formosanum classified as Endangered?
Syzygium formosanum 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. Syzygium formosanum faces severe pressure from rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion across Taiwan's lowland regions, where most of its remaining populations occur. Habitat fragmentation has isolated small forest patches, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources in disturbed forest edges, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current range.
Where does Syzygium formosanum live?
Syzygium formosanum 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 formosanum?
The main threats to Syzygium formosanum 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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