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Cestrum moaense

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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.

Cestrum moaense faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Cuba. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest ecosystems this endemic shrub depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cestrum moaense inhabits moist montane forests and forest edges in the Sierra Maestra mountains of southeastern Cuba. This endemic shrub typically grows in humid, shaded understory environments at moderate elevations where it benefits from consistent moisture and protection from direct sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cestrum moaense classified as Endangered?
Cestrum moaense 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. Cestrum moaense faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Cuba. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest ecosystems this endemic shrub depends upon.
Where does Cestrum moaense live?
Cestrum moaense 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 Cestrum moaense?
The main threats to Cestrum moaense 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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