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Dracaena fernaldii

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Overview

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

Dracaena fernaldii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native dry forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across small forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance these plants require.

Threat summary

Habitat

Dracaena fernaldii inhabits dry tropical forests and woodland areas, typically growing in well-drained soils with seasonal moisture availability. The species is adapted to semi-arid conditions with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dracaena fernaldii classified as Endangered?
Dracaena fernaldii 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. Dracaena fernaldii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native dry forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across small forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance these plants require.
Where does Dracaena fernaldii live?
Dracaena fernaldii 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 Dracaena fernaldii?
The main threats to Dracaena fernaldii 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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