VU

Erythroxylum flavicans

Unknown

Overview

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

Erythroxylum flavicans faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining forest patches limiting gene flow between populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that may affect the specific moisture conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Erythroxylum flavicans inhabits tropical and subtropical moist forests, typically occurring in lowland and montane forest ecosystems. The species shows preference for well-drained soils in areas with consistent moisture levels and partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum flavicans classified as Vulnerable?
Erythroxylum flavicans 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 flavicans faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agricultural expansion and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining forest patches limiting gene flow between populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that may affect the specific moisture conditions this species requires.
Where does Erythroxylum flavicans live?
Erythroxylum flavicans 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 Erythroxylum flavicans?
The main threats to Erythroxylum flavicans 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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