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Ilex wenchowensis

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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 wenchowensis faces severe pressure from rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion across its native range in eastern China. The species' montane forest habitats are being systematically cleared for development projects and converted to agricultural land, fragmenting remaining populations. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the cool, moist conditions this holly species requires, forcing populations to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Chinese holly inhabits montane forests and woodland margins at elevations between 300-1,500 meters, typically growing in cool, moist conditions with well-drained soils. The species shows preference for mixed deciduous-coniferous forests and forest edges in the subtropical mountain regions of Zhejiang, Fujian, and adjacent provinces.

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EN

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VU

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EN

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Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex wenchowensis classified as Endangered?
Ilex wenchowensis 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 wenchowensis faces severe pressure from rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion across its native range in eastern China. The species' montane forest habitats are being systematically cleared for development projects and converted to agricultural land, fragmenting remaining populations. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the cool, moist conditions this holly species requires, forcing populations to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.
Where does Ilex wenchowensis live?
Ilex wenchowensis 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 wenchowensis?
The main threats to Ilex wenchowensis 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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