VU

Lecythis schomburgkii

Declining

Overview

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

Lecythis schomburgkii faces severe pressure from deforestation and selective logging throughout its Amazonian range, with mature trees particularly targeted for their valuable timber. Agricultural expansion and cattle ranching continue to fragment remaining forest habitats, while the species' slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements make population recovery extremely challenging. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns that affect flowering and fruiting cycles essential for reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This large canopy tree inhabits primary and secondary lowland rainforests across the Amazon Basin, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations below 500 meters. The species requires intact forest ecosystems with specific pollinators and shows preference for areas with consistent moisture levels and minimal human disturbance.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lecythis schomburgkii classified as Vulnerable?
Lecythis schomburgkii 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. Lecythis schomburgkii faces severe pressure from deforestation and selective logging throughout its Amazonian range, with mature trees particularly targeted for their valuable timber. Agricultural expansion and cattle ranching continue to fragment remaining forest habitats, while the species' slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements make population recovery extremely challenging. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns that affect flowering and fruiting cycles essential for reproduction.
Where does Lecythis schomburgkii live?
Lecythis schomburgkii 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 Lecythis schomburgkii?
The main threats to Lecythis schomburgkii 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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