VU

Berberis candidula

Unknown

Overview

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

Berberis candidula faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native montane shrublands in western China are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the cool, moist conditions essential for its survival. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations, though this threat has diminished with cultivation success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane shrublands and rocky slopes at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters in the mountains of western China, particularly in Hubei and Sichuan provinces. It thrives in well-drained, alkaline soils on limestone substrates with cool, moist conditions typical of temperate mountain ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Berberis candidula classified as Vulnerable?
Berberis candidula 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. Berberis candidula faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native montane shrublands in western China are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the cool, moist conditions essential for its survival. Collection pressure for horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations, though this threat has diminished with cultivation success.
Where does Berberis candidula live?
Berberis candidula 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 Berberis candidula?
The main threats to Berberis candidula 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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