Quercus hintonii E.F.Warb.  

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Threats:

Highly threatened by deforestation for coffee, avocado and maize plantations, the encino of Hinton is also being lost to human settlements and over-grazing by domestic livestock, which prevents seedling growth (1) (2).

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Habitat:

Growing at altitudes of between 1300 and 2000 metres, the encino of Hinton is found in dry forests (1) (2).

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IUCN Red List Assessment:
Red List Category

CR
Critically Endangered

Red List Criteria

B1+2ac

Version

2.3

Year Assessed

1998
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Assessor/s

Nixon, K. et al.

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History

  • 1998
    Endangered (E)
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Status:

The encino of Hinton is classified as Critically Endangered (CR B1 + 2ac) on the IUCN Red List 2004 (1).

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Threats:

Major Threats

Much of the area is in the process of conversion into avocado plantations and human settlements.
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Conservation:

In a collaboration between Mexican researchers from the University of Puebla and staff from the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and Arboretum in the United Kingdom, a conservation strategy for the encino of Hinton has been created. It involves training local people in plant propagation and the production of an educational guide about the conservation of this important species (2).

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Quercus hintonii:

Quercus hintonii is a species of plant in the Fagaceae family. It is endemic to Mexico. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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Biology:

This tree is of great importance in Mexico, having a variety of uses, from fire wood to tool handles, fence poles and beams. It is part of the traditional culture of Tejupilco people, who burn it in bread-making ovens, giving a distinctive taste to the loaves (2).

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Description:

Growing up to 15 metres in height, this deciduous tree has dark bark and is characterised by its bright red foliage at the start of spring (2).

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Range Description:

Confined to a small area (less than 10 km) along a road.

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