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Polyscias dichrostachya

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Overview

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

Polyscias dichrostachya faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical Africa. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery. Logging activities targeting both the species itself and surrounding forest communities have significantly reduced population numbers and available habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical moist lowland forests and secondary forest areas in West and Central Africa. It typically grows in well-drained soils within the forest understory and edges, often in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Polyscias dichrostachya classified as Endangered?
Polyscias dichrostachya 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. Polyscias dichrostachya faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in tropical Africa. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery. Logging activities targeting both the species itself and surrounding forest communities have significantly reduced population numbers and available habitat.
Where does Polyscias dichrostachya live?
Polyscias dichrostachya 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 Polyscias dichrostachya?
The main threats to Polyscias dichrostachya 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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