CR

Myrcia proctorii

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Overview

Myrcia proctorii is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is endemic to Jamaica.

Myrcia proctorii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its extremely limited range in Jamaica. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest fragments. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myrcia proctorii is endemic to Jamaica where it inhabits moist limestone forests and forest edges at moderate elevations. The species occurs in fragmented forest patches within areas that have experienced significant human modification and development pressure.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionPolicies and regulations

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrcia proctorii classified as Critically Endangered?
Myrcia proctorii is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Myrcia proctorii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its extremely limited range in Jamaica. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest fragments. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Myrcia proctorii live?
Myrcia proctorii occurs in Jamaica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Myrcia proctorii?
The main threats to Myrcia proctorii are 11.1, 11.2, 12.1, and 2.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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