CR

Rochefortia septentrionalis

Unknown

Overview

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

Rochefortia septentrionalis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting the fragile ecosystems where this endemic shrub persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Rochefortia septentrionalis inhabits dry coastal forests and scrublands in the Caribbean, typically growing in limestone-derived soils with sparse canopy cover. The species is adapted to arid conditions and is found in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and well-drained substrates.

Other threatened species in Ehretiaceae

EN

Bourreria moaensis

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Rochefortia septentrionalis classified as Critically Endangered?
Rochefortia septentrionalis 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. Rochefortia septentrionalis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting the fragile ecosystems where this endemic shrub persists.
Where does Rochefortia septentrionalis live?
Rochefortia septentrionalis 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 Rochefortia septentrionalis?
The main threats to Rochefortia septentrionalis 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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