Amarillo
VU

Amarillo

Prunus buxifolia

Unknown

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Overview

Prunus buxifolia is a species of tree in the family Rosaceae. It is endemic to Colombia, where it is called chuwacá.

Amarillo (Prunus buxifolia) faces significant conservation challenges due to habitat loss from agricultural expansion and urban development in its native range. The species' limited distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in montane shrublands and rocky slopes at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters in the Andes. It typically grows in dry, well-drained soils among other native shrubs and small trees in semi-arid mountain environments.

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Rosier inodore

Rosa inodora

Unknown
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Shade Bramble

Rubus nemorosus

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Red-stemmed Bramble

Rubus divaricatus

Unknown
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Stellately-hairy Bramble

Rubus septentrionalis

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Amarillo classified as Vulnerable?
Amarillo is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Amarillo (Prunus buxifolia) faces significant conservation challenges due to habitat loss from agricultural expansion and urban development in its native range. The species' limited distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment.
Where does Amarillo live?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
The main threats to Amarillo 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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