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Erythroxylum occultum

Declining

Overview

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

Erythroxylum occultum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' apparent rarity suggests low population resilience to environmental pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid montane and submontane forests. It typically grows in well-preserved forest understory and edge habitats at elevations between 500-1200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum occultum classified as Endangered?
Erythroxylum occultum 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. Erythroxylum occultum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' apparent rarity suggests low population resilience to environmental pressures.
Where does Erythroxylum occultum live?
Erythroxylum occultum 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 Erythroxylum occultum?
The main threats to Erythroxylum occultum 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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