Ilex tugitakayamensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ilex tugitakayamensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Taiwan's montane forests are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' ability to adapt. Small population size increases extinction risk through genetic bottlenecks and reduced reproductive success.
Habitat
This endemic holly species inhabits montane broadleaf forests and forest margins in Taiwan's mountainous regions, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. It grows in humid, temperate forest ecosystems characterized by rich soils and consistent moisture levels.