Bursera collina
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Bursera collina faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted range within Mexico's tropical dry forests. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery from disturbances. Unregulated collection for traditional medicinal uses and timber extraction further compound population decline pressures.
Habitat
Bursera collina inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in western Mexico, typically growing on rocky slopes and hillsides at elevations between 200-800 meters. The species thrives in well-drained soils with seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the Pacific coastal regions.
