VU

Platanthera finetiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Platanthera finetiana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in East Asia. The species' specialized pollination requirements and mycorrhizal dependencies make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain viable breeding cycles. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental trade has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the cool, moist conditions this orchid requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits cool, moist deciduous and mixed forests at elevations between 500-2000 meters, typically growing in humus-rich soils with specific mycorrhizal associations. It favors partially shaded forest margins and clearings where filtered sunlight supports its photosynthetic needs while maintaining the cool, humid microclimate essential for survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Platanthera finetiana classified as Vulnerable?
Platanthera finetiana 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. Platanthera finetiana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in East Asia. The species' specialized pollination requirements and mycorrhizal dependencies make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as small isolated populations struggle to maintain viable breeding cycles. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental trade has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the cool, moist conditions this orchid requires.
Where does Platanthera finetiana live?
Platanthera finetiana 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 Platanthera finetiana?
The main threats to Platanthera finetiana 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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