Heptanthus cordifolius
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Heptanthus cordifolius faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on the species' specialized grassland habitats, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural ecological processes this plant depends upon.
Habitat
This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna of central Brazil, where it grows in open grasslands and campo limpo vegetation on well-drained soils. It typically occurs at elevations between 800-1200 meters in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.
Other threatened species in Asteraceae
Frequently asked questions
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