Xylosma grossecrenata
EN

Xylosma grossecrenata

Unknown

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Overview

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

Xylosma grossecrenata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xylosma grossecrenata inhabits tropical moist forests and forest edges in the Caribbean region. The species typically grows in well-drained soils at moderate elevations, often found in secondary forest areas and along forest margins where it can tolerate partial shade conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xylosma grossecrenata classified as Endangered?
Xylosma grossecrenata is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Xylosma grossecrenata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific moisture conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Xylosma grossecrenata live?
Xylosma grossecrenata 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 Xylosma grossecrenata?
The main threats to Xylosma grossecrenata 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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