VU

Lunania racemosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Lunania racemosa faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests are cleared for agriculture, urban development, and tourism infrastructure throughout the Caribbean. The species' limited distribution across scattered island populations makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased hurricane intensity and sea-level rise affecting coastal habitats where this tree naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Lunania racemosa inhabits coastal forests, dry woodlands, and scrublands across the Caribbean islands, typically growing in well-drained soils from sea level to moderate elevations. The species shows particular affinity for limestone-derived soils and can be found in both primary and secondary forest formations.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lunania racemosa classified as Vulnerable?
Lunania racemosa 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. Lunania racemosa faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as coastal and lowland forests are cleared for agriculture, urban development, and tourism infrastructure throughout the Caribbean. The species' limited distribution across scattered island populations makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased hurricane intensity and sea-level rise affecting coastal habitats where this tree naturally occurs.
Where does Lunania racemosa live?
Lunania racemosa 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 Lunania racemosa?
The main threats to Lunania racemosa 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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