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Ilex pauciflora

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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 pauciflora faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in the mountains of southeastern China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmented populations unable to maintain genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations, reducing the total area available for this cold-adapted holly.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endangered holly species inhabits montane forests and woodland margins at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters in the mountains of southeastern China. It typically grows in cool, moist conditions within mixed deciduous and coniferous forest communities.

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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 pauciflora classified as Endangered?
Ilex pauciflora 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 pauciflora faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in the mountains of southeastern China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmented populations unable to maintain genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations, reducing the total area available for this cold-adapted holly.
Where does Ilex pauciflora live?
Ilex pauciflora 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 pauciflora?
The main threats to Ilex pauciflora 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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