VU

Calophyllum savannarum

Unknown

Overview

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

Calophyllum savannarum faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery from disturbances. Fire regime changes associated with human activities further threaten remaining populations in this fire-adapted but increasingly modified ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystems of central Brazil, where it grows in gallery forests and woodland margins. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the tropical savanna biome.

Forest· majorSavanna· major

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VU

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EN

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CR

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Unknown
CR

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Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Calophyllum savannarum classified as Vulnerable?
Calophyllum savannarum 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. Calophyllum savannarum faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate hampers natural recovery from disturbances. Fire regime changes associated with human activities further threaten remaining populations in this fire-adapted but increasingly modified ecosystem.
Where does Calophyllum savannarum live?
Calophyllum savannarum 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 Calophyllum savannarum?
The main threats to Calophyllum savannarum 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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