VU

Pouteria oppositifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Pouteria oppositifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its native range in tropical South America. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and humid montane forests, typically occurring in well-drained soils along river valleys and forest edges. It is found in both primary and secondary forest formations across the Amazon Basin and Atlantic Forest regions of South America.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pouteria oppositifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Pouteria oppositifolia 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. Pouteria oppositifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its native range in tropical South America. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent tree species.
Where does Pouteria oppositifolia live?
Pouteria oppositifolia 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 Pouteria oppositifolia?
The main threats to Pouteria oppositifolia 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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