VU

Berberis xanthophloea

Unknown

Overview

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

Berberis xanthophloea faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in high-altitude environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering temperature and precipitation patterns in its native habitat. Overgrazing by livestock in montane areas further degrades the understory vegetation where this barberry species typically establishes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and alpine shrublands at elevations between 2,500-4,000 meters, typically growing in rocky slopes and forest margins with well-drained soils. It thrives in the understory of coniferous and mixed forests where it forms part of the diverse shrub layer characteristic of high-altitude ecosystems.

Other threatened species in BERBERIDACEAE

VU

Berberis johnstonii

Stable
EN

Berberis incerta

Declining
EN

Berberis sumapazana

Unknown
VU

Mahonia oiwakensis

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Berberis xanthophloea classified as Vulnerable?
Berberis xanthophloea 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 xanthophloea faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in high-altitude environments makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering temperature and precipitation patterns in its native habitat. Overgrazing by livestock in montane areas further degrades the understory vegetation where this barberry species typically establishes.
Where does Berberis xanthophloea live?
Berberis xanthophloea 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 xanthophloea?
The main threats to Berberis xanthophloea 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.

Get weekly conservation intelligence

One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.

Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.