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Leptolobium parvifolium

Declining

Overview

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

Leptolobium parvifolium faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented the remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with agricultural practices further degrade suitable habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous tree species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystem of central Brazil, where it grows in gallery forests and woodland margins. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the tropical savanna biome.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leptolobium parvifolium classified as Endangered?
Leptolobium parvifolium 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. Leptolobium parvifolium faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented the remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with agricultural practices further degrade suitable habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Leptolobium parvifolium live?
Leptolobium parvifolium occurs in Mauritius. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Leptolobium parvifolium?
The main threats to Leptolobium parvifolium 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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