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Cinnamodendron axillare

Declining

Overview

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

Cinnamodendron axillare faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits montane rainforests and cloud forests at elevations between 300-1,200 meters in the Caribbean. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest ecosystems, often associated with other endemic flora in these biodiverse mountain environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cinnamodendron axillare classified as Endangered?
Cinnamodendron axillare 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. Cinnamodendron axillare faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Cinnamodendron axillare live?
Cinnamodendron axillare 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 Cinnamodendron axillare?
The main threats to Cinnamodendron axillare 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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