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Dasymaschalon yunnanense

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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.

Dasymaschalon yunnanense faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Yunnan Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicine and ornamental purposes has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits subtropical montane forests and forest margins in Yunnan Province, typically found at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within mixed deciduous and evergreen forest communities, often in areas with high humidity and partial shade.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Dasymaschalon yunnanense classified as Endangered?
Dasymaschalon yunnanense 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. Dasymaschalon yunnanense faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Yunnan Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicine and ornamental purposes has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Dasymaschalon yunnanense live?
Dasymaschalon yunnanense 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 Dasymaschalon yunnanense?
The main threats to Dasymaschalon yunnanense 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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