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Dimorphandra wilsonii

Declining

Overview

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

Dimorphandra wilsonii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Brazil's Cerrado savanna, which has eliminated much of its native habitat. Mining activities and urban development further fragment remaining populations, while the species' restricted range and specialized pollination requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Fire regime alterations from human activities disrupt the natural burning cycles essential for Cerrado ecosystem health.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree occurs exclusively in Cerrado savanna ecosystems, particularly in gallery forests and woodland areas with well-drained soils. It requires the specific climatic and soil conditions found in central Brazil's tropical savanna biome.

Savanna· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dimorphandra wilsonii classified as Endangered?
Dimorphandra wilsonii 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. Dimorphandra wilsonii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Brazil's Cerrado savanna, which has eliminated much of its native habitat. Mining activities and urban development further fragment remaining populations, while the species' restricted range and specialized pollination requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Fire regime alterations from human activities disrupt the natural burning cycles essential for Cerrado ecosystem health.
Where does Dimorphandra wilsonii live?
Dimorphandra wilsonii 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 Dimorphandra wilsonii?
The main threats to Dimorphandra wilsonii 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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