Colubrina obscura
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Colubrina obscura faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal and lowland forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development throughout its Caribbean range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme weather events, which can devastate entire populations. Invasive plant species compete with native vegetation that C. obscura depends on for habitat structure and resources.
Habitat
This shrub or small tree inhabits dry coastal forests, limestone hills, and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. It is often found in secondary growth areas and forest edges where it can tolerate disturbed conditions.