VU

Photinia lasiogyna

Unknown

Overview

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

Photinia lasiogyna faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as its montane forest habitats are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in the mountains of southwestern China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat as warming temperatures may force this cool-climate species to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.

Threat summary

Habitat

Photinia lasiogyna inhabits montane forests and woodland edges in the subtropical highlands of southwestern China, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. The species favors cool, moist conditions in mixed deciduous and evergreen forests with well-drained soils.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Photinia lasiogyna classified as Vulnerable?
Photinia lasiogyna 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. Photinia lasiogyna faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as its montane forest habitats are cleared for agricultural expansion and human settlement. The species' restricted range in the mountains of southwestern China makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat as warming temperatures may force this cool-climate species to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.
Where does Photinia lasiogyna live?
Photinia lasiogyna 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 Photinia lasiogyna?
The main threats to Photinia lasiogyna 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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