VU

Elvasia gigantifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Elvasia gigantifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' large leaves and specific microhabitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as small forest patches cannot maintain the humid understory conditions it requires. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Elvasia gigantifolia inhabits the humid understory of Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in shaded areas with consistent moisture levels. The species requires intact forest canopy to maintain the specific microclimate conditions necessary for its large-leaved morphology.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Elvasia gigantifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Elvasia gigantifolia 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. Elvasia gigantifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' large leaves and specific microhabitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as small forest patches cannot maintain the humid understory conditions it requires. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this species' survival.
Where does Elvasia gigantifolia live?
Elvasia gigantifolia 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 Elvasia gigantifolia?
The main threats to Elvasia gigantifolia 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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