Reassessment of the Rafflesia populations and habitats in Royal Belum State Park, Perak, Peninsular Malaysia.

Autor: A. K., NUR HAYATI, K., SHAMSUL, W. A., WAN JULIANA, M. H., SHAHRIL, E., ALYAA FILZA
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Zdroj: Malayan Nature Journal; Dec2019, Vol. 71 Issue 4, p493-498, 6p
Abstrakt: The Royal Belum State Park, Perak is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in Malaysia and home to three Rafflesia species, namely R. cantleyi, R. kerri and R. azlanii. This study had been conducted to obtain the current Rafflesia population distribution and status in addition to its habitat topography. The information regarding the locations and methods in identifying the Rafflesia population status were gathered. The other additional Rafflesia population locations had been made through interviewing other related parties involved. Currently, there were a total of eight Rafflesia populations with different status existed within the park. Most of the populations were located near water sources within the elevation range of 207-386 m a.s.l. with 8° to 58° of slope. This study serves as preliminary information in searching for other Rafflesia population which is vital for effective conservation of species in the Royal Belum State Park. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index