Ocotea duplocolorata
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ocotea duplocolorata faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Habitat
This species inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid cloud forests at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It grows in the understory and canopy of primary and well-preserved secondary forests with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.