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Prunus turfosa

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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.

Prunus turfosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Himalayan foothills. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes, while its small, fragmented populations are susceptible to genetic bottlenecks and local extinctions from environmental stochasticity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare cherry species inhabits montane forests and woodland edges in the Himalayan region, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It favors well-drained soils in mixed deciduous and coniferous forest communities with moderate to high rainfall.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical swamp· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Prunus turfosa classified as Endangered?
Prunus turfosa 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. Prunus turfosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Himalayan foothills. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes, while its small, fragmented populations are susceptible to genetic bottlenecks and local extinctions from environmental stochasticity.
Where does Prunus turfosa live?
Prunus turfosa occurs in Brunei, and Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Prunus turfosa?
The main threats to Prunus turfosa 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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