Platanus gentryi
Platanus gentryi Nixon & J.M.Poole
Platanus gentryi, described by Nixon and J.M. Poole in 2003, is a species in the Platanaceae family. It is native to northwestern Mexico, particularly found in the states of Chihuahua, Sinaloa, and Sonora. This tree thrives in semi-arid, dry environments at elevations between 650 and 1,500 meters. Known by several common names, including Gentry's plane tree and mountain sycamore, it is classified as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List due to overexploitation for its valuable lumber.
Description
Platanus gentryi is a tree species endemic to northwestern Mexico, occurring in the semi-arid regions of Chihuahua, Sinaloa, and Sonora. It is adapted to dry conditions and is found at elevations ranging from 650 to 1,500 meters. The species was formally described in 2003 by Kevin C. Nixon and Jackie M. Poole. Due to the logging industry's overexploitation of its profitable timber, it is currently listed as 'Vulnerable' by the IUCN Red List. This classification highlights the need for conservation efforts to protect the species from further decline.
Distribution
Global · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Northwest
