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Grisebachianthus mayarensis

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Overview

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

Grisebachianthus mayarensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's remaining dry forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its fragmented habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic tree.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban tree inhabits dry coastal forests and scrublands in the Mayarí region of eastern Cuba. It grows in well-drained limestone soils and adapted to the region's seasonal drought conditions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Grisebachianthus mayarensis classified as Endangered?
Grisebachianthus mayarensis 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. Grisebachianthus mayarensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's remaining dry forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its fragmented habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic tree.
Where does Grisebachianthus mayarensis live?
Grisebachianthus mayarensis 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 Grisebachianthus mayarensis?
The main threats to Grisebachianthus mayarensis 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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