Gnetum luofuense

Gnetum luofuense, also known as , is a species of gymnosperm in the family Gnetaceae. It is native to southeastern China and is considered a near threatened species.

Distribution and habitat
G. luofuense is native to southeastern China and can be found in Fujian, Guangdong, southern Jiangxi, and Hong Kong, with the type locality being Luófú Shān in Guangdong province. It grows in dense, moist forests at elevations of 20 m to 1000 m.

Description
G. luofuense is a dioecious vine with purplish-brown bark. The oblong or oblong-ovate leaves may be papery or leathery in texture and measure 10-18 cm by 5-8 cm.

Ecology
Pollination occurs from May to July, with seeds reaching maturity from August to October.

Conservation status
G. luofuense is listed as near threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. It is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation, with much of its native forest habitat having been cleared for agricultural use.