VU

Hirtella adenophora

Unknown

Overview

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

Hirtella adenophora faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, making populations increasingly vulnerable to local extinctions.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hirtella adenophora is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with high biodiversity and complex canopy structure.

Other threatened species in Chrysobalanaceae

CR

Hirtella maguirei

Unknown
VU

Couepia nutans

Unknown
VU

Hirtella vesiculosa

Unknown
VU

pigeon-plum

Hirtella americana

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella adenophora classified as Vulnerable?
Hirtella adenophora 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. Hirtella adenophora faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, making populations increasingly vulnerable to local extinctions.
Where does Hirtella adenophora live?
Hirtella adenophora 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 Hirtella adenophora?
The main threats to Hirtella adenophora 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.

Get weekly conservation intelligence

One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.

Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.