VU

Syzygium marginatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Syzygium marginatum faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture, urban development, and infrastructure projects. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and rising sea levels affecting coastal habitats where this species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species typically inhabits coastal and lowland tropical forests, often found in areas with well-drained soils and moderate to high rainfall. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest environments, showing some tolerance for disturbed habitats but requiring forest canopy cover for optimal growth.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium marginatum classified as Vulnerable?
Syzygium marginatum is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Syzygium marginatum faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests in its native range are cleared for agriculture, urban development, and infrastructure projects. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and rising sea levels affecting coastal habitats where this species occurs.
Where does Syzygium marginatum live?
Syzygium marginatum occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Syzygium marginatum?
The main threats to Syzygium marginatum 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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