Glyptostrobus pensilis
CR

Glyptostrobus pensilis

Declining

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Overview

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

Glyptostrobus pensilis faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural conversion and urban development throughout its native range in southern China and northern Vietnam. The species has been heavily exploited for its valuable timber, leading to the loss of mature reproductive trees. Water pollution and altered hydrology from dam construction have degraded the freshwater wetland ecosystems this species depends upon for regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

Glyptostrobus pensilis inhabits freshwater swamps, river margins, and seasonally flooded lowlands in subtropical regions. The species requires waterlogged soils and periodic flooding cycles for successful seed germination and establishment.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionHabitat & natural process restorationSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Glyptostrobus pensilis classified as Critically Endangered?
Glyptostrobus pensilis 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. Glyptostrobus pensilis faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural conversion and urban development throughout its native range in southern China and northern Vietnam. The species has been heavily exploited for its valuable timber, leading to the loss of mature reproductive trees. Water pollution and altered hydrology from dam construction have degraded the freshwater wetland ecosystems this species depends upon for regeneration.
Where does Glyptostrobus pensilis live?
Glyptostrobus pensilis occurs in China, Laos, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Glyptostrobus pensilis?
The main threats to Glyptostrobus pensilis are 1.1, 2.1, 5.3, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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