CR

Pavonia crispa

Declining

Overview

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

Pavonia crispa faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete directly with this native shrub for resources, while climate change alters precipitation patterns critical for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pavonia crispa typically inhabits dry tropical forests, woodland edges, and scrubland areas with well-drained soils. The species shows preference for disturbed forest margins and secondary growth areas where it can establish in partial shade conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pavonia crispa classified as Critically Endangered?
Pavonia crispa 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. Pavonia crispa faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Invasive plant species compete directly with this native shrub for resources, while climate change alters precipitation patterns critical for its survival.
Where does Pavonia crispa live?
Pavonia crispa 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 Pavonia crispa?
The main threats to Pavonia crispa 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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