VU

Begonia cavaleriei

Unknown

Overview

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

Begonia cavaleriei faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as limestone karst forests in southwestern China are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances. Mining activities targeting limestone deposits pose an additional threat to the unique geological formations this begonia depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits limestone karst formations and rocky crevices in subtropical forests of southwestern China. It typically grows in shaded, humid microhabitats on limestone cliffs and cave entrances where moisture levels remain consistently high.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Begonia cavaleriei classified as Vulnerable?
Begonia cavaleriei 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. Begonia cavaleriei faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as limestone karst forests in southwestern China are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances. Mining activities targeting limestone deposits pose an additional threat to the unique geological formations this begonia depends upon.
Where does Begonia cavaleriei live?
Begonia cavaleriei 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 Begonia cavaleriei?
The main threats to Begonia cavaleriei 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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