Harpalyce cubensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Harpalyce cubensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Cuban range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native ecosystems. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic legume requires for survival.
Habitat
Harpalyce cubensis is endemic to Cuba, where it inhabits dry forests, scrublands, and rocky limestone areas typical of the Caribbean island's diverse ecosystems. The species appears to favor well-drained soils and areas with partial shade, often growing in association with other native Cuban flora in fragmented forest remnants.
Other threatened species in Fabaceae
Frequently asked questions
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