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Magnolia coriacea

Declining

Overview

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

Magnolia coriacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its montane forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Magnolia coriacea inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests at elevations between 300-1,200 meters in the Caribbean. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels typical of tropical mountain ecosystems.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Magnolia coriacea classified as Endangered?
Magnolia coriacea 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. Magnolia coriacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its montane forest habitat.
Where does Magnolia coriacea live?
Magnolia coriacea occurs in China, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Magnolia coriacea?
The main threats to Magnolia coriacea 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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