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Magnolia lacei

Declining

Overview

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

Magnolia lacei faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Logging operations and agricultural expansion into higher elevation areas continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this magnolia occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Magnolia lacei inhabits montane evergreen forests at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters in Southeast Asia. The species requires the cool, humid conditions and rich soils typical of these high-elevation tropical forest ecosystems.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Magnolia lacei classified as Endangered?
Magnolia lacei 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. Magnolia lacei faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian montane forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Logging operations and agricultural expansion into higher elevation areas continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this magnolia occurs.
Where does Magnolia lacei live?
Magnolia lacei occurs in China, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Magnolia lacei?
The main threats to Magnolia lacei 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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