EN

Cordia gracilipes

Declining

Overview

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

Cordia gracilipes faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to ongoing agricultural expansion and urban development that continues to fragment remaining forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional localized threats to surviving populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It grows in both primary and secondary forest formations, showing preference for well-drained soils in areas with consistent moisture levels.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservationLinked enterprises & livelihood alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cordia gracilipes classified as Endangered?
Cordia gracilipes 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 gracilipes faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to ongoing agricultural expansion and urban development that continues to fragment remaining forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional localized threats to surviving populations.
Where does Cordia gracilipes live?
Cordia gracilipes occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cordia gracilipes?
The main threats to Cordia gracilipes 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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