Ecosystem Health and Sustainability ( IF 4.2 ) Pub Date : 2021-04-19 , DOI: 10.1080/20964129.2021.1903817 Meina Wang 1 , Suzhen Li 1 , Lijun Chen 1 , Jian Li 1 , Liqiang Li 1 , Wenhui Rao 1 , Hong Liu 2 , Jianbin Chen 1 , Hai Ren 3
ABSTRACT
Paphiopedilum armeniacum is a rare and endangered lady’s slipper orchid in China. It is distributed around the mid-elevations of the Nu Mountains in southwest China. Due to over-harvest, habitat loss, and degradation, wild populations of P. armeniacum has declined drastically. A combination of approaches involving biotechnology, habitat restoration, and interspecific relationship reconstruction was used to carry out the reintroduction of the species. Integrated conservation program for this species included in-situ protection, ex-situ conservation, and reintroduction, which helped to rebuild a harmonious relationship between local farmers and P. armeniacum. The sustainable utilization of native plant resources in poor areas can promote regional sustainable development which is compatible with species protection.
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