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Ilex yuiana

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Ilex yuiana faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range in mountainous regions of China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments becoming increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones to shift upward in elevation, potentially reducing available habitat area.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ilex yuiana inhabits montane forests and woodland areas in mountainous regions of China, typically occurring at moderate to high elevations. The species grows in mixed deciduous and evergreen forest communities where it forms part of the understory vegetation.

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CR

Ilex dimorphophylla

Declining
EN

Ilex condensata

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VU

Ilex pseudoebenacea

Unknown
EN

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Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex yuiana classified as Endangered?
Ilex yuiana 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 yuiana faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its montane forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range in mountainous regions of China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments becoming increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones to shift upward in elevation, potentially reducing available habitat area.
Where does Ilex yuiana live?
Ilex yuiana 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 yuiana?
The main threats to Ilex yuiana 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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