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Cordia blanchetii

Declining

Overview

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

Cordia blanchetii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cordia blanchetii is endemic to Brazil's Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica), occurring in humid tropical forests and forest edges. The species typically grows in well-drained soils within the highly biodiverse but severely fragmented Atlantic Forest biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cordia blanchetii classified as Endangered?
Cordia blanchetii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Cordia blanchetii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.
Where does Cordia blanchetii live?
Cordia blanchetii 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 Cordia blanchetii?
The main threats to Cordia blanchetii 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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