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Clidemia ablusa

Unknown

Overview

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

Clidemia ablusa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. Deforestation for coffee plantations and cattle ranching has fragmented its montane forest habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits montane rainforests and cloud forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters, typically growing in the understory of humid tropical forests. It requires consistent moisture and partial shade, often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas recovering from disturbance.

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Brachyotum angustifolium

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CR

Blakea steyermarkii

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Gravesia pulchra

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VU

Blakea calycularis

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clidemia ablusa classified as Endangered?
Clidemia ablusa 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. Clidemia ablusa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. Deforestation for coffee plantations and cattle ranching has fragmented its montane forest habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns.
Where does Clidemia ablusa live?
Clidemia ablusa 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 Clidemia ablusa?
The main threats to Clidemia ablusa 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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