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Gonolobus dorothyanus

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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.

Gonolobus dorothyanus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small patches of suitable habitat. Invasive plant species further degrade the quality of remaining habitats, while climate change may alter the specific conditions this endemic vine requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic vine inhabits specialized woodland edges, forest margins, and disturbed areas with well-drained soils in the southeastern United States. It typically grows in partially shaded environments where it can climb on shrubs and small trees, requiring specific soil chemistry and moisture conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gonolobus dorothyanus classified as Endangered?
Gonolobus dorothyanus 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. Gonolobus dorothyanus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small patches of suitable habitat. Invasive plant species further degrade the quality of remaining habitats, while climate change may alter the specific conditions this endemic vine requires for survival.
Where does Gonolobus dorothyanus live?
Gonolobus dorothyanus 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 Gonolobus dorothyanus?
The main threats to Gonolobus dorothyanus 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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