VU

Sinojackia xylocarpa

Unknown

Overview

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

Sinojackia xylocarpa faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in central China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Logging activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable forest habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sinojackia xylocarpa inhabits mixed deciduous and evergreen forests in mountainous regions of central China, typically growing in well-drained soils on slopes and valley floors. The species occurs in temperate forest ecosystems at elevations between 500-1,500 meters, often associated with other endemic Chinese tree species in areas with high biodiversity value.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sinojackia xylocarpa classified as Vulnerable?
Sinojackia xylocarpa 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. Sinojackia xylocarpa faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in central China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Logging activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable forest habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Sinojackia xylocarpa live?
Sinojackia xylocarpa 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 Sinojackia xylocarpa?
The main threats to Sinojackia xylocarpa 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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