VU

Vepris sansibarensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Vepris sansibarensis faces severe pressure from coastal forest clearance for agriculture and urban development along the East African coast. The species' restricted range in fragmented coastal forests makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat loss, with remaining populations isolated in small forest patches. Overexploitation for traditional medicine and timber extraction further compounds the decline of this endemic tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Vepris sansibarensis is endemic to coastal forests and woodland areas of East Africa, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania. The species typically occurs in lowland coastal forest fragments and coral rag forests near the Indian Ocean coastline.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vepris sansibarensis classified as Vulnerable?
Vepris sansibarensis 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. Vepris sansibarensis faces severe pressure from coastal forest clearance for agriculture and urban development along the East African coast. The species' restricted range in fragmented coastal forests makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat loss, with remaining populations isolated in small forest patches. Overexploitation for traditional medicine and timber extraction further compounds the decline of this endemic tree species.
Where does Vepris sansibarensis live?
Vepris sansibarensis occurs in Kenya, Shimba Hills, and Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Vepris sansibarensis?
The main threats to Vepris sansibarensis 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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