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Aiouea bracteata

Declining

Overview

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

Aiouea bracteata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in humid montane forests at elevations between 500-1200 meters. It requires well-drained soils and the specific microclimate conditions found in mature forest understory and canopy gaps.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aiouea bracteata classified as Endangered?
Aiouea bracteata 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. Aiouea bracteata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Aiouea bracteata live?
Aiouea bracteata 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 Aiouea bracteata?
The main threats to Aiouea bracteata 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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