VU

Baccharis floribundoides

Unknown

Overview

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

Baccharis floribundoides faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural savanna cycles this species depends upon. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns in an already drought-prone ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This shrub species is endemic to the Brazilian Cerrado, inhabiting open savannas and grasslands with scattered trees. It typically grows in well-drained soils on elevated plateaus and gentle slopes within this biodiversity hotspot.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Baccharis floribundoides classified as Vulnerable?
Baccharis floribundoides 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. Baccharis floribundoides faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural savanna cycles this species depends upon. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns in an already drought-prone ecosystem.
Where does Baccharis floribundoides live?
Baccharis floribundoides 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 Baccharis floribundoides?
The main threats to Baccharis floribundoides 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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