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Ilex graciliflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Ilex graciliflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this holly species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian holly inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants, typically found in cloud forests and humid mountain slopes at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels characteristic of Brazil's rapidly disappearing Atlantic Forest ecosystem.

Other threatened species in AQUIFOLIACEAE

CR

Ilex dimorphophylla

Declining
EN

Ilex condensata

Declining
VU

Ilex pseudoebenacea

Unknown
EN

Ilex subrotundifolia

Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex graciliflora classified as Endangered?
Ilex graciliflora 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. Ilex graciliflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this holly species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Ilex graciliflora live?
Ilex graciliflora 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 Ilex graciliflora?
The main threats to Ilex graciliflora 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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