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Erythroxylum nitidum

Declining

Overview

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

Erythroxylum nitidum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while coastal development threatens remaining populations in lowland areas. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting its island habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical dry forests and coastal woodlands in the Caribbean region. It typically grows in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations, often in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum nitidum classified as Endangered?
Erythroxylum nitidum 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. Erythroxylum nitidum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while coastal development threatens remaining populations in lowland areas. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting its island habitats.
Where does Erythroxylum nitidum live?
Erythroxylum nitidum 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 nitidum?
The main threats to Erythroxylum nitidum 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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