VU

Vincetoxicum shaanxiense

Unknown

Overview

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

Vincetoxicum shaanxiense faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Shaanxi Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicine purposes has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns affect the montane ecosystems where this endemic plant survives.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Chinese species inhabits montane slopes and rocky outcrops in the Qinling Mountains of Shaanxi Province. It typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest margins at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vincetoxicum shaanxiense classified as Vulnerable?
Vincetoxicum shaanxiense 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. Vincetoxicum shaanxiense faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Shaanxi Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional medicine purposes has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns affect the montane ecosystems where this endemic plant survives.
Where does Vincetoxicum shaanxiense live?
Vincetoxicum shaanxiense 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 Vincetoxicum shaanxiense?
The main threats to Vincetoxicum shaanxiense 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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