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Chionanthus adamsii

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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.

Chionanthus adamsii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while collection pressure for horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane forests and woodland edges at moderate to high elevations, typically growing in well-drained soils on slopes and ridges. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest habitats, often associated with other native tree species in mixed deciduous communities.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chionanthus adamsii classified as Endangered?
Chionanthus adamsii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Chionanthus adamsii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while collection pressure for horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering the specific environmental conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Chionanthus adamsii live?
Chionanthus adamsii 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 Chionanthus adamsii?
The main threats to Chionanthus adamsii 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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