Coccothrinax pumila
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Coccothrinax pumila faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited Cuban range. The species' restricted distribution to coastal areas makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Agricultural conversion and livestock grazing have further reduced available habitat, while the palm's slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Habitat
This endemic Cuban palm inhabits coastal plains, sandy soils, and limestone substrates in dry coastal forests and scrublands. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained soils near the coast, often in association with other drought-tolerant vegetation.
