Eugenia malacantha
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Eugenia malacantha faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes and climate variability.
Habitat
This endemic tree species occurs in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest edges. It prefers semi-deciduous forest environments with moderate rainfall and is often found in secondary growth areas recovering from past disturbance.