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Acidocroton gentryi

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Acidocroton gentryi faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in western Ecuador. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as suitable areas become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the plant's apparent rarity suggests low population resilience to environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian shrub inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands on the western slopes of the Andes. It typically occurs at mid-elevations between 200-800 meters, favoring well-drained soils in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Other threatened species in EUPHORBIACEAE

CR

Paracroton sterrhopodus

Unknown
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Bernardia mollis

Declining
EN

Bernardia oblanceolata

Declining
VU

Mallotus macularis

Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Acidocroton gentryi classified as Endangered?
Acidocroton gentryi is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Acidocroton gentryi faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in western Ecuador. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as suitable areas become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the plant's apparent rarity suggests low population resilience to environmental changes.
Where does Acidocroton gentryi live?
Acidocroton gentryi occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Acidocroton gentryi?
The main threats to Acidocroton gentryi are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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