Acalypha eggersii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Acalypha eggersii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting the delicate ecosystems where this endemic shrub persists.
Habitat
Acalypha eggersii inhabits dry coastal forests and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically growing in rocky soils and limestone substrates. The species is adapted to arid conditions and is found in areas with sparse canopy cover and well-drained soils.