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Mollinedia heteranthera

Declining

Overview

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

Mollinedia heteranthera faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid forest understories and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It grows as a shrub or small tree in the dense, biodiverse Atlantic Forest ecosystem that has been reduced to less than 12% of its original extent.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mollinedia heteranthera classified as Endangered?
Mollinedia heteranthera 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. Mollinedia heteranthera faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.
Where does Mollinedia heteranthera live?
Mollinedia heteranthera 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 Mollinedia heteranthera?
The main threats to Mollinedia heteranthera 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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