CR

Allophylus hispidus

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Overview

Allophylus zeylanicus is a species of plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka.

Allophylus hispidus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in the Caribbean. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in remaining forest patches. Urban development and infrastructure expansion continue to reduce available habitat, with climate change potentially altering the moisture and temperature conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical moist forests and secondary woodland areas in the Caribbean region, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. It occurs in both primary forest understory and forest edge environments where it can tolerate partial shade conditions.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Allophylus hispidus classified as Critically Endangered?
Allophylus hispidus is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Allophylus hispidus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in the Caribbean. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in remaining forest patches. Urban development and infrastructure expansion continue to reduce available habitat, with climate change potentially altering the moisture and temperature conditions this species requires.
Where does Allophylus hispidus live?
Allophylus hispidus occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Allophylus hispidus?
The main threats to Allophylus hispidus 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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