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Ardisia sonchifolia

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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.

Ardisia sonchifolia faces severe population decline primarily due to deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this montane specialist.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ardisia sonchifolia inhabits montane forests and cloud forest environments at elevations typically between 1,000-2,500 meters. The species requires the cool, humid conditions and rich organic soils characteristic of these high-altitude tropical forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ardisia sonchifolia classified as Endangered?
Ardisia sonchifolia 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. Ardisia sonchifolia faces severe population decline primarily due to deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection pressure for ornamental and medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this montane specialist.
Where does Ardisia sonchifolia live?
Ardisia sonchifolia 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 Ardisia sonchifolia?
The main threats to Ardisia sonchifolia 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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