VU

Syzygium rotundifolium

Unknown

Overview

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

Syzygium rotundifolium faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and logging operations has fragmented its remaining forest habitat, while collection for traditional medicine and timber use adds additional stress to declining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests, typically found in areas with high humidity and well-drained soils. It occurs primarily in coastal and near-coastal forest environments at elevations below 500 meters.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium rotundifolium classified as Vulnerable?
Syzygium rotundifolium 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 rotundifolium faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Southeast Asia. Deforestation for palm oil plantations and logging operations has fragmented its remaining forest habitat, while collection for traditional medicine and timber use adds additional stress to declining populations.
Where does Syzygium rotundifolium live?
Syzygium rotundifolium 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 rotundifolium?
The main threats to Syzygium rotundifolium 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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