Croton caryophyllus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Croton caryophyllus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its coastal and lowland habitats.
Habitat
Croton caryophyllus inhabits dry coastal forests, scrublands, and limestone outcrops in the Caribbean region. The species typically grows in well-drained soils of lowland and coastal areas, often in association with other drought-tolerant vegetation.