EN

Erythroxylum splendidum

Declining

Overview

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

Erythroxylum splendidum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across 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 have further reduced suitable habitat, while the slow growth rate of this woody species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils within secondary and primary forest remnants, often associated with cloud forest conditions.

Other threatened species in ERYTHROXYLACEAE

VU

Erythroxylum capitatum

Declining
VU

Erythroxylum clarense

Stable
VU

Erythroxylum kochummenii

Unknown
VU

Erythroxylum carthagenense

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Erythroxylum splendidum classified as Endangered?
Erythroxylum splendidum 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 splendidum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across 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 have further reduced suitable habitat, while the slow growth rate of this woody species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Erythroxylum splendidum live?
Erythroxylum splendidum 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 splendidum?
The main threats to Erythroxylum splendidum 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.

Get weekly conservation intelligence

One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.

Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.