VU

Syzygium subisense

Stable

Overview

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

Syzygium subisense faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade its forest ecosystem. Urban development and palm oil plantation establishment have accelerated forest clearance in recent decades, reducing available habitat for this endemic tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas, typically occurring in humid environments with well-drained soils. It is found in both primary forest understory and forest edges, adapting to partially disturbed habitats while requiring forest canopy cover for optimal growth.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium subisense classified as Vulnerable?
Syzygium subisense 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 subisense faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade its forest ecosystem. Urban development and palm oil plantation establishment have accelerated forest clearance in recent decades, reducing available habitat for this endemic tree species.
Where does Syzygium subisense live?
Syzygium subisense occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Syzygium subisense?
The main threats to Syzygium subisense 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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