CR

Buxus baracoensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Buxus baracoensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining populations. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban boxwood species inhabits dry forests and scrublands in the Baracoa region of eastern Cuba. It grows in limestone-derived soils and rocky outcrops within the unique serpentine landscapes characteristic of the area.

Other threatened species in Buxaceae

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Buxus rheedioides

Unknown
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Buxus acunae

Unknown
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Buxus imbricata

Unknown
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Buxus cubana

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Buxus baracoensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Buxus baracoensis 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. Buxus baracoensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining populations. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.
Where does Buxus baracoensis live?
Buxus baracoensis 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 Buxus baracoensis?
The main threats to Buxus baracoensis 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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