CR

Buxus foliosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Buxus foliosa faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its native Himalayan range. The species is particularly vulnerable to overexploitation for its valuable wood, which is highly prized for carving and traditional crafts. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for this montane species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Buxus foliosa inhabits temperate montane forests and woodland areas in the Himalayan region, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. The species thrives in mixed deciduous and coniferous forest understories with moderate shade and consistent moisture levels.

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Buxus rheedioides

Unknown
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Buxus acunae

Unknown
CR

Buxus imbricata

Unknown
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Buxus cubana

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Buxus foliosa classified as Critically Endangered?
Buxus foliosa is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Buxus foliosa faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its native Himalayan range. The species is particularly vulnerable to overexploitation for its valuable wood, which is highly prized for carving and traditional crafts. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for this montane species.
Where does Buxus foliosa live?
Buxus foliosa 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 Buxus foliosa?
The main threats to Buxus foliosa 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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