VU

Prunus taiwaniana

Unknown

Overview

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

Prunus taiwaniana faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as Taiwan's montane forests are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current elevational limits. Small population sizes increase vulnerability to genetic bottlenecks and random environmental events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic cherry species inhabits montane forests and forest edges in Taiwan's central mountain ranges, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It grows in mixed broadleaf and coniferous forests, often in areas with well-drained soils and partial canopy cover.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Prunus taiwaniana classified as Vulnerable?
Prunus taiwaniana 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. Prunus taiwaniana faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as Taiwan's montane forests are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current elevational limits. Small population sizes increase vulnerability to genetic bottlenecks and random environmental events.
Where does Prunus taiwaniana live?
Prunus taiwaniana 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 Prunus taiwaniana?
The main threats to Prunus taiwaniana 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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