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Pleione forrestii

Unknown

Overview

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

Pleione forrestii faces severe pressure from overcollection for the horticultural trade, where its striking flowers make it highly sought after by orchid enthusiasts. Habitat degradation in its native montane forests of southwestern China and Myanmar has further reduced available growing sites. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may push suitable habitat to higher elevations beyond the species' current range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits cool, moist montane forests and alpine meadows at elevations between 2,500-4,000 meters in the Himalayan region. It typically grows in humus-rich soils among moss and leaf litter in partially shaded areas with consistent moisture.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pleione forrestii classified as Endangered?
Pleione forrestii 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. Pleione forrestii faces severe pressure from overcollection for the horticultural trade, where its striking flowers make it highly sought after by orchid enthusiasts. Habitat degradation in its native montane forests of southwestern China and Myanmar has further reduced available growing sites. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may push suitable habitat to higher elevations beyond the species' current range.
Where does Pleione forrestii live?
Pleione forrestii 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 Pleione forrestii?
The main threats to Pleione forrestii 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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