VU

Tetrapanax tibetanus

Unknown

Overview

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

Tetrapanax tibetanus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range across the Himalayas and southwestern China. Deforestation for agriculture and timber extraction has fragmented its specialized cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental use compounds these habitat-based threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and moist temperate forests at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters across the Himalayan region. It requires well-drained, humus-rich soils in partially shaded forest understories with consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tetrapanax tibetanus classified as Vulnerable?
Tetrapanax tibetanus 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. Tetrapanax tibetanus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range across the Himalayas and southwestern China. Deforestation for agriculture and timber extraction has fragmented its specialized cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. Collection pressure for traditional medicine and ornamental use compounds these habitat-based threats.
Where does Tetrapanax tibetanus live?
Tetrapanax tibetanus 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 Tetrapanax tibetanus?
The main threats to Tetrapanax tibetanus 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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