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Manilkara decrescens

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Overview

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

Manilkara decrescens faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making recovery difficult once populations are fragmented. Overexploitation for its valuable timber and latex has historically reduced populations, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Manilkara decrescens inhabits tropical moist forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in the Caribbean, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. The species requires consistent moisture levels and partial canopy cover, often found in secondary forests and forest edges where it can access adequate light while maintaining protection from extreme weather conditions.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Manilkara decrescens classified as Endangered?
Manilkara decrescens 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. Manilkara decrescens faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making recovery difficult once populations are fragmented. Overexploitation for its valuable timber and latex has historically reduced populations, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for its survival.
Where does Manilkara decrescens live?
Manilkara decrescens 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 Manilkara decrescens?
The main threats to Manilkara decrescens 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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