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Amitostigma yuanum

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Overview

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

Amitostigma yuanum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest environments are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments unable to withstand continued disturbance. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, humid conditions this orchid requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits cool, humid montane forests and woodland margins at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It typically grows in moss-rich environments with filtered sunlight and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Amitostigma yuanum classified as Endangered?
Amitostigma yuanum is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Amitostigma yuanum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest environments are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments unable to withstand continued disturbance. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, humid conditions this orchid requires for survival.
Where does Amitostigma yuanum live?
Amitostigma yuanum 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 Amitostigma yuanum?
The main threats to Amitostigma yuanum 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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