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Acmanthera parviflora

Declining

Overview

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

Acmanthera parviflora faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on the species' remaining forest patches, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils within secondary forest formations and forest remnants that have experienced varying degrees of disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Acmanthera parviflora classified as Endangered?
Acmanthera parviflora 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. Acmanthera parviflora faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on the species' remaining forest patches, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded areas.
Where does Acmanthera parviflora live?
Acmanthera parviflora 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 Acmanthera parviflora?
The main threats to Acmanthera parviflora 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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