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Dendrobium guangxiense

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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.

Dendrobium guangxiense faces severe pressure from overcollection for the ornamental plant trade, driven by its attractive flowers and rarity value among collectors. Habitat destruction through limestone quarrying and agricultural expansion in its native Guangxi Province has fragmented remaining populations. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid conditions this epiphytic orchid requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid grows on limestone cliffs and rocky outcrops in subtropical montane forests of Guangxi Province, China. It typically occurs at elevations between 400-1200 meters in areas with high humidity and filtered sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dendrobium guangxiense classified as Endangered?
Dendrobium guangxiense 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. Dendrobium guangxiense faces severe pressure from overcollection for the ornamental plant trade, driven by its attractive flowers and rarity value among collectors. Habitat destruction through limestone quarrying and agricultural expansion in its native Guangxi Province has fragmented remaining populations. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid conditions this epiphytic orchid requires.
Where does Dendrobium guangxiense live?
Dendrobium guangxiense 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 Dendrobium guangxiense?
The main threats to Dendrobium guangxiense 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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