VU

Hydnocarpus annamensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Hydnocarpus annamensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Vietnam and southern China. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while its valuable timber and traditional medicinal uses have led to targeted harvesting pressure that further reduces wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary tropical forests in mountainous regions of Vietnam and southern China, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations between 200-1,200 meters. It requires the humid, shaded conditions of intact forest canopy and is particularly associated with limestone karst formations.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hydnocarpus annamensis classified as Vulnerable?
Hydnocarpus annamensis 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. Hydnocarpus annamensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Vietnam and southern China. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while its valuable timber and traditional medicinal uses have led to targeted harvesting pressure that further reduces wild populations.
Where does Hydnocarpus annamensis live?
Hydnocarpus annamensis occurs in China, Laos, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hydnocarpus annamensis?
The main threats to Hydnocarpus annamensis 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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