VU

Myrcia nodosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrcia nodosa faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Atlantic Forest fragments are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Invasive plant species further degrade the understory habitat where this endemic shrub naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myrcia nodosa is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits the understory of humid montane forests and forest edges. The species typically occurs in well-drained soils on slopes and ridges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrcia nodosa classified as Vulnerable?
Myrcia nodosa 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. Myrcia nodosa faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Atlantic Forest fragments are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Invasive plant species further degrade the understory habitat where this endemic shrub naturally occurs.
Where does Myrcia nodosa live?
Myrcia nodosa 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 Myrcia nodosa?
The main threats to Myrcia nodosa 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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