Eschweilera mattos-silvae
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Eschweilera mattos-silvae faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Habitat
This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of Brazil, occurring in lowland and montane rainforest environments. It typically grows in primary and well-preserved secondary forest areas with high humidity and rich, well-drained soils.