VU

Sideroxylon bullatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Sideroxylon bullatum faces severe pressure from coastal development and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the southeastern United States. Hurricane damage and storm surge events increasingly threaten remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded coastal hammock habitats. Urban expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the species' already restricted distribution.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal hammocks, maritime forests, and shell mounds along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. It typically grows in well-drained sandy soils in areas protected from direct salt spray but influenced by maritime conditions.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sideroxylon bullatum classified as Vulnerable?
Sideroxylon bullatum 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. Sideroxylon bullatum faces severe pressure from coastal development and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the southeastern United States. Hurricane damage and storm surge events increasingly threaten remaining populations, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded coastal hammock habitats. Urban expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the species' already restricted distribution.
Where does Sideroxylon bullatum live?
Sideroxylon bullatum occurs in Jamaica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sideroxylon bullatum?
The main threats to Sideroxylon bullatum 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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