CR

Phyllanthus umbratus

Declining

Overview

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

Phyllanthus umbratus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Phyllanthus umbratus inhabits tropical dry forests and woodland margins, typically growing in well-drained soils with partial shade. The species is adapted to specific microhabitat conditions within fragmented forest patches, often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phyllanthus umbratus classified as Critically Endangered?
Phyllanthus umbratus 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. Phyllanthus umbratus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Phyllanthus umbratus live?
Phyllanthus umbratus 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 Phyllanthus umbratus?
The main threats to Phyllanthus umbratus 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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