VU

Cinnamodendron corticosum

Unknown

Overview

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

Cinnamodendron corticosum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits montane rainforests and cloud forests at elevations between 300-1,200 meters in the Caribbean islands. It typically grows in humid, well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest ecosystems where it forms part of the upper canopy structure.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cinnamodendron corticosum classified as Vulnerable?
Cinnamodendron corticosum is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Cinnamodendron corticosum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and slow growth rate, making population recovery difficult once local populations are eliminated. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species persists.
Where does Cinnamodendron corticosum live?
Cinnamodendron corticosum 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 corticosum?
The main threats to Cinnamodendron corticosum 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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