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Eugenia salacifolia

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Overview

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

Eugenia salacifolia faces severe pressure from 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, while selective logging targets the mature forest stands where this endemic tree species thrives. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the remaining forest patches that support viable populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid lowland and montane forests. It grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often associated with other endemic Myrtaceae species in this biodiversity hotspot.

Savanna· major

Other threatened species in MYRTACEAE

VU

Myrcia carioca

Declining
CR

Myrcia solitaria

Declining
EN

Plinia caricensis

Declining
EN

Myrciaria pallida

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia salacifolia classified as Endangered?
Eugenia salacifolia 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. Eugenia salacifolia faces severe pressure from 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, while selective logging targets the mature forest stands where this endemic tree species thrives. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the remaining forest patches that support viable populations.
Where does Eugenia salacifolia live?
Eugenia salacifolia 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 salacifolia?
The main threats to Eugenia salacifolia 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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