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Begonia erminea

Declining

Overview

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

Begonia erminea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Philippines. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for the horticultural trade poses additional risks to wild populations. Climate change threatens to alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic begonia requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Begonia erminea inhabits moist, shaded understory environments in tropical montane forests of the Philippines. The species typically grows on forest floors and rocky substrates where humidity levels remain consistently high and direct sunlight is filtered through the forest canopy.

Wetlands (inland)· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Begonia erminea classified as Endangered?
Begonia erminea 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. Begonia erminea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Philippines. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for the horticultural trade poses additional risks to wild populations. Climate change threatens to alter the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic begonia requires for survival.
Where does Begonia erminea live?
Begonia erminea occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Begonia erminea?
The main threats to Begonia erminea 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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