VU

Croton jatrophoides

Unknown

Overview

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

Croton jatrophoides faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native dry forest and scrubland ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while overgrazing by livestock degrades the understory vegetation where young plants establish. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could shift the boundaries of suitable habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Croton jatrophoides inhabits dry tropical forests, thornscrub, and semi-arid woodland areas, typically growing in well-drained soils on slopes and rocky outcrops. The species is adapted to seasonal rainfall patterns and occurs in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Croton jatrophoides classified as Vulnerable?
Croton jatrophoides is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Croton jatrophoides faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native dry forest and scrubland ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while overgrazing by livestock degrades the understory vegetation where young plants establish. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could shift the boundaries of suitable habitat.
Where does Croton jatrophoides live?
Croton jatrophoides occurs in Kenya, and Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Croton jatrophoides?
The main threats to Croton jatrophoides 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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