CR

Pterospermum kingtungense

Unknown

Overview

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

Pterospermum kingtungense faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion in its native range across southern China and northern Vietnam. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by agricultural expansion and urban development. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species inhabits tropical and subtropical forests in mountainous regions of southern China and northern Vietnam, typically growing in mixed broadleaf forests at elevations between 200-1,000 meters. It prefers well-drained soils on slopes and ridges within primary and secondary forest ecosystems.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pterospermum kingtungense classified as Critically Endangered?
Pterospermum kingtungense is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Pterospermum kingtungense faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion in its native range across southern China and northern Vietnam. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by agricultural expansion and urban development. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Pterospermum kingtungense live?
Pterospermum kingtungense occurs in China. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pterospermum kingtungense?
The main threats to Pterospermum kingtungense 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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