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Ilex fengqingensis

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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.

Ilex fengqingensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and tea plantation development in its native Yunnan Province range. 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 holly species inhabits montane forests and forest margins in Yunnan Province, China, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It grows in mixed broadleaf forests with well-drained soils and moderate moisture levels characteristic of subtropical mountain ecosystems.

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EN

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VU

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex fengqingensis classified as Endangered?
Ilex fengqingensis 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. Ilex fengqingensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and tea plantation development in its native Yunnan Province range. 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 Ilex fengqingensis live?
Ilex fengqingensis 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 Ilex fengqingensis?
The main threats to Ilex fengqingensis 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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