CR

Xylosma roigiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Xylosma roigiana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xylosma roigiana is endemic to dry forests and woodland areas in the Caribbean region, typically growing in well-drained soils on limestone substrates. The species occupies specific microhabitats within tropical dry forest ecosystems, often found on slopes and rocky outcrops where it can access adequate sunlight while maintaining some protection from extreme weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xylosma roigiana classified as Critically Endangered?
Xylosma roigiana is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Xylosma roigiana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Xylosma roigiana live?
Xylosma roigiana 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 roigiana?
The main threats to Xylosma roigiana 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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