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Chamaecrista bissei

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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.

Chamaecrista bissei faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Cuban range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban legume inhabits dry coastal scrublands and limestone outcrops in eastern Cuba. It typically grows in well-drained soils on rocky slopes and coastal plains with sparse vegetation cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chamaecrista bissei classified as Endangered?
Chamaecrista bissei 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. Chamaecrista bissei faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Cuban range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and extreme weather events.
Where does Chamaecrista bissei live?
Chamaecrista bissei 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 Chamaecrista bissei?
The main threats to Chamaecrista bissei 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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