VU

Eugenia rotundata

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia rotundata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across 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 edge effects in forest fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species occurs in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically in well-drained soils of montane and submontane forests. It shows preference for forest edges and secondary growth areas within its restricted range in southeastern Brazil.

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EN

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EN

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VU

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia rotundata classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia rotundata 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. Eugenia rotundata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across 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 edge effects in forest fragments.
Where does Eugenia rotundata live?
Eugenia rotundata 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 Eugenia rotundata?
The main threats to Eugenia rotundata 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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