VU

Pluchea obovata

Unknown

Overview

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

Pluchea obovata faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as its coastal wetland and mangrove habitats are converted for resort development and urban expansion. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change pose additional threats to its low-lying coastal ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal wetlands, salt marshes, and mangrove edges throughout the Caribbean region. It typically grows in brackish to saline conditions along shorelines and in tidal zones where freshwater meets saltwater.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pluchea obovata classified as Vulnerable?
Pluchea obovata is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Pluchea obovata faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as its coastal wetland and mangrove habitats are converted for resort development and urban expansion. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change pose additional threats to its low-lying coastal ecosystems.
Where does Pluchea obovata live?
Pluchea obovata 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 Pluchea obovata?
The main threats to Pluchea obovata 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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