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Ormosia jamaicensis

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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.

Ormosia jamaicensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout Jamaica's mountainous regions. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized clearing for agriculture and development. Illegal logging and charcoal production in remaining forest fragments continue to reduce available habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate hampers natural recovery.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits Jamaica's montane and submontane forests, typically found at elevations between 300-1,200 meters. It grows in both primary and secondary forest environments, preferring well-drained soils on steep slopes and ridge systems.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ormosia jamaicensis classified as Endangered?
Ormosia jamaicensis 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. Ormosia jamaicensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout Jamaica's mountainous regions. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized clearing for agriculture and development. Illegal logging and charcoal production in remaining forest fragments continue to reduce available habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate hampers natural recovery.
Where does Ormosia jamaicensis live?
Ormosia jamaicensis 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 Ormosia jamaicensis?
The main threats to Ormosia jamaicensis 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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