VU

Epimedium parvifolium

Unknown

Overview

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

Epimedium parvifolium faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while overcollection for traditional medicine and horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, moist conditions this woodland perennial requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Epimedium parvifolium inhabits cool, moist deciduous and mixed forests, typically growing in shaded understory conditions with rich, well-drained soils. The species thrives in woodland environments with consistent moisture and protection from direct sunlight, often found on forest floors and slopes in mountainous regions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Epimedium parvifolium classified as Vulnerable?
Epimedium parvifolium is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Epimedium parvifolium faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while overcollection for traditional medicine and horticultural trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, moist conditions this woodland perennial requires for survival.
Where does Epimedium parvifolium live?
Epimedium parvifolium 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 Epimedium parvifolium?
The main threats to Epimedium parvifolium 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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