CRCritically Endangered

Aristolochia clavidenia

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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.

Aristolochia clavidenia faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Overcollection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat.
Threat summary

Habitat

This climbing vine inhabits tropical and subtropical forest edges, secondary growth areas, and disturbed woodland margins at elevations typically between 200-800 meters. It requires partial shade and well-drained soils, often growing along forest borders where it can climb on shrubs and small trees.

Other threatened species in Aristolochiaceae

Peltate Dutchman's Pipe

Aristolochia peltata

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Aristolochia clavidenia classified as Critically Endangered?

Aristolochia clavidenia is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Aristolochia clavidenia faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Overcollection for traditional medicinal uses has further reduced wild populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat.

Where does Aristolochia clavidenia live?

Aristolochia clavidenia 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 Aristolochia clavidenia?

The main threats to Aristolochia clavidenia 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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