Ilex praetermissa
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ilex praetermissa faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as montane forests are cleared for agriculture and development in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the cool, humid conditions essential for its survival. Collection pressure for horticultural trade may also impact wild populations of this distinctive holly species.
Habitat
Ilex praetermissa inhabits montane cloud forests and humid highland areas, typically growing in cool, moist conditions at moderate to high elevations. The species requires well-drained soils and partial shade provided by the forest canopy.