VU

Erythroxylum incrassatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Erythroxylum incrassatum 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. Overexploitation for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compounds population decline pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical dry forests and woodland savannas, typically occurring in well-drained soils at elevations between 200-800 meters. It shows preference for forest edges and secondary growth areas where it can establish in disturbed but recovering ecosystems.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum incrassatum classified as Vulnerable?
Erythroxylum incrassatum 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 incrassatum 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. Overexploitation for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compounds population decline pressures.
Where does Erythroxylum incrassatum live?
Erythroxylum incrassatum 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 incrassatum?
The main threats to Erythroxylum incrassatum 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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