Acer griseum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Acer griseum faces severe population decline primarily due to over-exploitation for its highly valued timber and ornamental bark, which has led to unsustainable harvesting in its native Chinese range. Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and urban development has further reduced available growing areas, while the species' naturally slow growth rate and limited reproductive success hamper population recovery efforts.
Habitat
Acer griseum naturally occurs in mixed deciduous forests and woodland margins in mountainous regions of central China, typically at elevations between 1,500-2,000 meters. The species thrives in well-drained soils on slopes and valley floors, often growing alongside other temperate forest species in areas with cool, moist conditions.
