Chrysophyllum splendens
VU

Chrysophyllum splendens

Local name: língua-de-vaca

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysophyllum_splendens

Overview

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

Chrysophyllum splendens faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of its native forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations at elevations up to 1,000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is língua-de-vaca classified as Vulnerable?
língua-de-vaca 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. Chrysophyllum splendens faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of its native forest habitat.
Where does língua-de-vaca live?
língua-de-vaca 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 língua-de-vaca?
The main threats to língua-de-vaca 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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