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Buxus sclerophylla

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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.

Buxus sclerophylla faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments isolated and unable to maintain genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought stress in its Mediterranean-type habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic boxwood species inhabits dry Mediterranean scrublands and rocky hillsides with well-drained soils. It typically grows in association with other drought-adapted shrubs in areas receiving limited annual rainfall.

Other threatened species in Buxaceae

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Buxus rheedioides

Unknown
CR

Buxus acunae

Unknown
CR

Buxus imbricata

Unknown
CR

Buxus cubana

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Buxus sclerophylla classified as Endangered?
Buxus sclerophylla is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Buxus sclerophylla faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments isolated and unable to maintain genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought stress in its Mediterranean-type habitat.
Where does Buxus sclerophylla live?
Buxus sclerophylla 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 sclerophylla?
The main threats to Buxus sclerophylla 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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