Malpighia revoluta
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Malpighia revoluta faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat, while climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity.
Habitat
This species inhabits dry coastal forests and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically growing on limestone substrates and rocky outcrops. It prefers well-drained soils in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and is adapted to salt spray and periodic drought conditions.
Other threatened species in Malpighiaceae
Threatened in Cuba
Frequently asked questions
Why is Malpighia revoluta classified as Critically Endangered?
Where does Malpighia revoluta live?
What are the main threats to Malpighia revoluta?
Get weekly conservation intelligence
One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.
Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.