VU

Henriettea manarae

Unknown

Overview

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

Henriettea manarae faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this shrub typically establishes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the humid microclimate conditions essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the understory and forest edges of humid Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. It requires well-drained soils and partial shade conditions provided by the forest canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Henriettea manarae classified as Vulnerable?
Henriettea manarae 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. Henriettea manarae faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this shrub typically establishes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the humid microclimate conditions essential for its survival.
Where does Henriettea manarae live?
Henriettea manarae occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Henriettea manarae?
The main threats to Henriettea manarae 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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