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Xylosma hurlimannii

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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 hurlimannii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development 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 delicate moisture balance required for this endemic shrub's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xylosma hurlimannii inhabits tropical dry forests and woodland edges in the Caribbean, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. The species prefers semi-arid environments with seasonal rainfall patterns and is often found along forest margins where it can access both sunlight and partial shade.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xylosma hurlimannii classified as Endangered?
Xylosma hurlimannii 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 hurlimannii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development 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 delicate moisture balance required for this endemic shrub's survival.
Where does Xylosma hurlimannii live?
Xylosma hurlimannii 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 hurlimannii?
The main threats to Xylosma hurlimannii 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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