Jatropha nudicaulis
EN

Jatropha nudicaulis

Unknown

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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.

Jatropha nudicaulis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for this drought-adapted species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Jatropha nudicaulis inhabits dry forests and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically growing in well-drained soils on limestone substrates. The species is adapted to arid conditions and is often found in coastal areas and low-elevation dry zones where it can tolerate periodic drought.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Jatropha nudicaulis classified as Endangered?
Jatropha nudicaulis 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. Jatropha nudicaulis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for this drought-adapted species.
Where does Jatropha nudicaulis live?
Jatropha nudicaulis 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 Jatropha nudicaulis?
The main threats to Jatropha nudicaulis 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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