Maxent modeling for predicting the potential distribution of Arbutus andrachne L. belonging to climate change in Turkey.

Arbutus andrachne L., the strawberry tree, is an evergreen shrub or small tree in Turkish flora and has broad uses. The wood used for decorative purposes, packaging, manufacturing furniture. fruits are edible treating many kinds of diseases. However, global warming might affect abundance this symbolic plant's distribution, especially at higher latitudes. This study was conducted to determine expected effects climate change on A. andrachne. For purpose, Representative Concentration Pathway (RCP) 4.5 RCP 8.5 were expect scenarios 2050 2070, potential distribution areas presented. results indicated that would decrease southern regions Turkey. spread species could be expanded western northern areas. It also there habitat losses, which