Hyophorbe lagenicaulis
CR

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis

Unknown

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Overview

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

The Bottle Palm faces imminent extinction with fewer than 30 mature individuals remaining in the wild, all confined to a single location in Mauritius. The species has suffered catastrophic population decline due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion. Invasive plant species continue to degrade the remaining habitat, while the extremely small population size makes the species vulnerable to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic palm occurs in the lowland dry forests of Mauritius, specifically in areas with well-drained soils and partial shade. The remaining wild population is restricted to a small patch of degraded native forest habitat.

Savanna· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hyophorbe lagenicaulis classified as Critically Endangered?
Hyophorbe lagenicaulis 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. The Bottle Palm faces imminent extinction with fewer than 30 mature individuals remaining in the wild, all confined to a single location in Mauritius. The species has suffered catastrophic population decline due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion. Invasive plant species continue to degrade the remaining habitat, while the extremely small population size makes the species vulnerable to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.
Where does Hyophorbe lagenicaulis live?
Hyophorbe lagenicaulis occurs in Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, China, Colombia, and Cook Islands (plus 24 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hyophorbe lagenicaulis?
The main threats to Hyophorbe lagenicaulis 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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