VU

Leucocroton pachyphyllus

Unknown

Overview

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

Leucocroton pachyphyllus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction driven by agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Cuban range. 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 long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic shrub.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban shrub inhabits dry forests and scrublands, typically growing in limestone-derived soils with well-drained conditions. It occurs in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and is adapted to the semi-arid conditions characteristic of Cuba's dry forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leucocroton pachyphyllus classified as Vulnerable?
Leucocroton pachyphyllus 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. Leucocroton pachyphyllus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction driven by agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Cuban range. 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 long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic shrub.
Where does Leucocroton pachyphyllus live?
Leucocroton pachyphyllus 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 Leucocroton pachyphyllus?
The main threats to Leucocroton pachyphyllus 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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