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Heteropanax yunnanensis

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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.

Heteropanax yunnanensis faces severe pressure from 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 warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' current elevational range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane forests and woodland margins in Yunnan Province, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It grows in mixed deciduous and evergreen forests, often on steep slopes with well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heteropanax yunnanensis classified as Endangered?
Heteropanax yunnanensis 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. Heteropanax yunnanensis faces severe pressure from 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 warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' current elevational range.
Where does Heteropanax yunnanensis live?
Heteropanax yunnanensis 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 Heteropanax yunnanensis?
The main threats to Heteropanax yunnanensis 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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