VU

Erythroxylum clarense

Stable

Overview

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

Erythroxylum clarense faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Cuba. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specialized conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This Cuban endemic inhabits dry forests and scrublands in the Clara region, typically growing in limestone-derived soils. The species is adapted to semi-arid conditions and is found in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of Cuba's interior landscapes.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum clarense classified as Vulnerable?
Erythroxylum clarense 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. Erythroxylum clarense faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Cuba. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specialized conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Erythroxylum clarense live?
Erythroxylum clarense occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Erythroxylum clarense?
The main threats to Erythroxylum clarense 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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