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Eugenia sphenoides

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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 sphenoides 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 recovery particularly challenging once suitable habitat is lost.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species occurs in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest edges. It requires specific microclimate conditions found in mature forest understory and secondary growth areas.

Other threatened species in MYRTACEAE

VU

Myrcia carioca

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CR

Myrcia solitaria

Declining
EN

Plinia caricensis

Declining
EN

Myrciaria pallida

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia sphenoides classified as Endangered?
Eugenia sphenoides 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 sphenoides 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 recovery particularly challenging once suitable habitat is lost.
Where does Eugenia sphenoides live?
Eugenia sphenoides 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 sphenoides?
The main threats to Eugenia sphenoides 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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