VU

Ipomoea chrysocalyx

Unknown

Overview

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

Ipomoea chrysocalyx faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native coastal and lowland environments. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its specialized habitat requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This morning glory species inhabits coastal areas, dry forests, and disturbed lowland environments in the Caribbean region. It typically grows in sandy soils and rocky areas near the coast, often in areas with seasonal drought conditions.

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ipomoea chrysocalyx classified as Vulnerable?
Ipomoea chrysocalyx 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. Ipomoea chrysocalyx faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native coastal and lowland environments. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its specialized habitat requirements.
Where does Ipomoea chrysocalyx live?
Ipomoea chrysocalyx 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 Ipomoea chrysocalyx?
The main threats to Ipomoea chrysocalyx 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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