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Koanophyllon oligadenium

Unknown

Overview

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

Koanophyllon oligadenium faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the montane ecosystems where this endemic shrub occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits montane forests and cloud forest edges at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters in the Caribbean region. It typically grows in humid, well-drained soils along forest margins and in secondary growth areas with partial canopy cover.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Koanophyllon oligadenium classified as Critically Endangered?
Koanophyllon oligadenium is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Koanophyllon oligadenium faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the montane ecosystems where this endemic shrub occurs.
Where does Koanophyllon oligadenium live?
Koanophyllon oligadenium occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Koanophyllon oligadenium?
The main threats to Koanophyllon oligadenium 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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