Erithalis orbiculata
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Erithalis orbiculata faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restriction to coastal limestone habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic shrub for limited suitable habitat, while small population sizes increase vulnerability to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.
Habitat
Erithalis orbiculata inhabits coastal limestone substrates, rocky shores, and low-elevation dry forests in the Caribbean. The species is typically found in exposed coastal areas with well-drained calcareous soils and salt-tolerant vegetation communities.
