CR

Brunfelsia pluriflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Brunfelsia pluriflora faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Urban expansion and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this species occurs. The conversion of native vegetation to cattle pastures and sugarcane plantations has eliminated much of its original habitat, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of suitable areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory and edges of Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It grows in areas with well-drained soils and partial shade, often found along forest margins and in secondary growth areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Brunfelsia pluriflora classified as Critically Endangered?
Brunfelsia pluriflora 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. Brunfelsia pluriflora faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Urban expansion and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this species occurs. The conversion of native vegetation to cattle pastures and sugarcane plantations has eliminated much of its original habitat, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of suitable areas.
Where does Brunfelsia pluriflora live?
Brunfelsia pluriflora 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 Brunfelsia pluriflora?
The main threats to Brunfelsia pluriflora 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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