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Forbes' Dracaena

Dracaena forbesii

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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 forbesii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments unable to withstand continued habitat fragmentation. Collection for the horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations, though this pressure has decreased as cultivated specimens become more available.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Socotra archipelago, where it inhabits rocky slopes and cliff faces in semi-arid woodland and shrubland environments. It typically grows in well-drained soils on limestone substrates at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 500 meters.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Forbes' Dracaena classified as Endangered?
Forbes' Dracaena 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 forbesii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population fragments unable to withstand continued habitat fragmentation. Collection for the horticultural trade has historically impacted wild populations, though this pressure has decreased as cultivated specimens become more available.
Where does Forbes' Dracaena live?
Forbes' Dracaena 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 Forbes' Dracaena?
The main threats to Forbes' Dracaena 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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