Only known from the type locality in W Sichuan, China where it is thought that logging has been a major threat
Distribution
China: W Sichuan (Balang Shan).
Habitat and Ecology
As for the typical variety and species
Human Uses
As for the typical variety and species
Conservation Status
Global status
Critically Endangered B1ab(v)+2ab(v)
This variety remains known only from its type locality, Balang Shan. An ongoing decline is inferred from general information about logging of spruce forests in the region.
Conservation Actions
This variety does not occur in a protected area. Further surveys are needed to establish its distribution and population size.
References and further reading
Carter, G. & Farjon, A. 2013. Picea asperata var. ponderosa. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2015.2. <www.iucnredlist.org>. Downloaded on 03 September 2013