VU

Dovyalis xanthocarpa

Unknown

Overview

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

Dovyalis xanthocarpa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and charcoal production have accelerated forest clearance in key areas where this endemic shrub occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in montane forest understory and forest edges within the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It favors moist, well-drained soils in both primary and secondary forest habitats.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dovyalis xanthocarpa classified as Vulnerable?
Dovyalis xanthocarpa 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. Dovyalis xanthocarpa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and charcoal production have accelerated forest clearance in key areas where this endemic shrub occurs.
Where does Dovyalis xanthocarpa live?
Dovyalis xanthocarpa occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Dovyalis xanthocarpa?
The main threats to Dovyalis xanthocarpa 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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