VU

Sciodaphyllum urbanianum

Unknown

Overview

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

Sciodaphyllum urbanianum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid forest conditions it requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid tropical forests and forest edges in the Caribbean region, typically occurring in areas with consistent moisture and partial shade. It grows in both primary and secondary forest habitats, often in disturbed areas along forest margins.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sciodaphyllum urbanianum classified as Vulnerable?
Sciodaphyllum urbanianum 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. Sciodaphyllum urbanianum faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid forest conditions it requires.
Where does Sciodaphyllum urbanianum live?
Sciodaphyllum urbanianum occurs in Martinique. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sciodaphyllum urbanianum?
The main threats to Sciodaphyllum urbanianum 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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