VU

Xylopia richardii

Unknown

Overview

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

Xylopia richardii faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact forest ecosystems. Logging activities and conversion of forest land for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming have fragmented remaining populations, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from habitat disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xylopia richardii occurs in lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest habitats across West and Central Africa. The species typically grows in humid forest understory and edge environments, preferring well-drained soils in areas with consistent rainfall patterns.

Forest· majorShrubland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xylopia richardii classified as Vulnerable?
Xylopia richardii 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. Xylopia richardii faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact forest ecosystems. Logging activities and conversion of forest land for palm oil plantations and subsistence farming have fragmented remaining populations, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from habitat disturbance.
Where does Xylopia richardii live?
Xylopia richardii occurs in Mauritius, and Réunion. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Xylopia richardii?
The main threats to Xylopia richardii 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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