VU

Macropanax chienii

Unknown

Overview

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

Macropanax chienii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in southern China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by agricultural expansion and urban development. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental purposes has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity.

Threat summary

Habitat

Macropanax chienii inhabits subtropical montane forests and forest margins at elevations between 800-2000 meters in southern China. The species typically grows in moist, well-drained soils within mixed broadleaf forests, often associated with limestone karst topography.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macropanax chienii classified as Vulnerable?
Macropanax chienii is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Macropanax chienii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in southern China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by agricultural expansion and urban development. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental purposes has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity.
Where does Macropanax chienii live?
Macropanax chienii 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 Macropanax chienii?
The main threats to Macropanax chienii 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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