VU

espejuelo

Sideroxylon cubense

Unknown

Overview

Sideroxylon cubense is a species of plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is native to Cuba, Hispaniola, the Leeward Islands, and Puerto Rico.

Sideroxylon cubense faces significant threats from habitat loss due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development across its Caribbean range. The species' limited distribution and small population sizes make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that fragment its remaining forest habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in tropical dry forests, coastal woodlands, and limestone hills primarily in Cuba and other Caribbean islands. It typically grows in well-drained soils on rocky substrates and coastal areas at low to moderate elevations.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is espejuelo classified as Vulnerable?
espejuelo 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. Sideroxylon cubense faces significant threats from habitat loss due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development across its Caribbean range. The species' limited distribution and small population sizes make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that fragment its remaining forest habitats.
Where does espejuelo live?
espejuelo occurs in Bahamas, Brazil, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Jamaica (plus 4 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to espejuelo?
The main threats to espejuelo 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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