Aristolochia yunnanensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Aristolochia yunnanensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems in Yunnan Province are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while overcollection for traditional medicine compounds the decline. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' current elevational range.
Habitat
This climbing vine inhabits montane forests and forest margins in Yunnan Province, China, typically growing at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It prefers partially shaded environments with well-drained soils and adequate moisture, often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.
