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Crossopetalum ekmanii

Unknown

Overview

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

Crossopetalum ekmanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Dominican Republic. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the dry forest ecosystems where this endemic shrub occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Crossopetalum ekmanii inhabits dry forests and scrublands in the Dominican Republic, typically growing in limestone-derived soils at low to moderate elevations. The species occurs in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and is adapted to the semi-arid conditions characteristic of Hispaniola's dry forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Crossopetalum ekmanii classified as Critically Endangered?
Crossopetalum ekmanii is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Crossopetalum ekmanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Dominican Republic. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the dry forest ecosystems where this endemic shrub occurs.
Where does Crossopetalum ekmanii live?
Crossopetalum ekmanii 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 Crossopetalum ekmanii?
The main threats to Crossopetalum ekmanii 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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