VU

Xylosma molesta

Unknown

Overview

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

Xylosma molesta faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tropical forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development throughout its range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining forest patches reducing population connectivity and genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that may affect the species' specialized ecological requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xylosma molesta inhabits tropical and subtropical moist forests, typically occurring in lowland and montane forest ecosystems. The species is associated with well-drained soils in both primary and secondary forest habitats, often found along forest edges and in partially disturbed areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xylosma molesta classified as Vulnerable?
Xylosma molesta 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. Xylosma molesta faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tropical forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development throughout its range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining forest patches reducing population connectivity and genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that may affect the species' specialized ecological requirements.
Where does Xylosma molesta live?
Xylosma molesta 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 molesta?
The main threats to Xylosma molesta 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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