VU

Actinidia ulmifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Actinidia ulmifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as China's mountainous regions undergo rapid development and agricultural expansion. Deforestation for timber harvesting and land clearing for cultivation directly reduces the species' forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this temperate species' survival in its montane environment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This climbing vine inhabits temperate montane forests and woodland edges in mountainous regions of China, typically growing at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. It thrives in mixed deciduous and coniferous forests with well-drained soils and partial shade conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Actinidia ulmifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Actinidia ulmifolia 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. Actinidia ulmifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as China's mountainous regions undergo rapid development and agricultural expansion. Deforestation for timber harvesting and land clearing for cultivation directly reduces the species' forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this temperate species' survival in its montane environment.
Where does Actinidia ulmifolia live?
Actinidia ulmifolia 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 Actinidia ulmifolia?
The main threats to Actinidia ulmifolia 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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