VU

Grimmeodendron jamaicense

Unknown

Overview

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

Grimmeodendron jamaicense faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Jamaica's montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and livestock grazing, continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to the already restricted populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Jamaican tree species inhabits montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 300-1,200 meters above sea level. It typically occurs in moist limestone forests and secondary forest areas within the Blue Mountains and other highland regions of Jamaica.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Grimmeodendron jamaicense classified as Vulnerable?
Grimmeodendron jamaicense 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. Grimmeodendron jamaicense faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Jamaica's montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and livestock grazing, continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to the already restricted populations.
Where does Grimmeodendron jamaicense live?
Grimmeodendron jamaicense 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 Grimmeodendron jamaicense?
The main threats to Grimmeodendron jamaicense 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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