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Cordia latiloba

Declining

Overview

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

Cordia latiloba faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while its slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moist forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cordia latiloba inhabits humid tropical forests and cloud forest margins at elevations between 800-2000 meters in Central America. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels typical of montane forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cordia latiloba classified as Endangered?
Cordia latiloba 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. Cordia latiloba faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while its slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moist forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Cordia latiloba live?
Cordia latiloba 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 Cordia latiloba?
The main threats to Cordia latiloba 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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