VU

Humiriastrum melanocarpum

Declining

Overview

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

Humiriastrum melanocarpum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the intact forest ecosystems this tree requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically growing in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. It occurs in primary forest environments and requires intact canopy cover to maintain the humid microclimate conditions necessary for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Humiriastrum melanocarpum classified as Vulnerable?
Humiriastrum melanocarpum 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. Humiriastrum melanocarpum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the intact forest ecosystems this tree requires for survival.
Where does Humiriastrum melanocarpum live?
Humiriastrum melanocarpum occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Humiriastrum melanocarpum?
The main threats to Humiriastrum melanocarpum 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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