VU

Zingiber jiewhoei

Stable

Overview

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

Zingiber jiewhoei faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as lowland forests in Peninsular Malaysia are cleared for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ginger species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of Peninsular Malaysia, typically growing in the understory of primary and secondary forests at elevations below 300 meters. It favors moist, well-drained soils with high organic content in areas with consistent humidity and filtered sunlight.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Zingiber jiewhoei classified as Vulnerable?
Zingiber jiewhoei 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. Zingiber jiewhoei faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as lowland forests in Peninsular Malaysia are cleared for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while collection pressure for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Where does Zingiber jiewhoei live?
Zingiber jiewhoei occurs in Laos. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Zingiber jiewhoei?
The main threats to Zingiber jiewhoei 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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