VU

Myrcia wilsonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrcia wilsonii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Atlantic Forest fragments continue to be cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations confined to increasingly isolated forest patches. Invasive plant species and altered fire regimes in degraded areas further compromise the quality of remaining habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) fragments, typically occurring in humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1200 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within the understory and canopy gaps of these highly threatened forest ecosystems.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrcia wilsonii classified as Vulnerable?
Myrcia wilsonii 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 wilsonii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Atlantic Forest fragments continue to be cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations confined to increasingly isolated forest patches. Invasive plant species and altered fire regimes in degraded areas further compromise the quality of remaining habitat.
Where does Myrcia wilsonii live?
Myrcia wilsonii 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 wilsonii?
The main threats to Myrcia wilsonii 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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