CR

Eugenia rugosissima

Declining

Overview

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

Eugenia rugosissima faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources and alter the native ecosystem structure that this endemic species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical dry forests and coastal scrublands, typically growing in well-drained soils on limestone substrates. It occurs in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and is adapted to the specific microclimate conditions of its native range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia rugosissima classified as Critically Endangered?
Eugenia rugosissima is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Eugenia rugosissima faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources and alter the native ecosystem structure that this endemic species depends upon.
Where does Eugenia rugosissima live?
Eugenia rugosissima 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 Eugenia rugosissima?
The main threats to Eugenia rugosissima 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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