Ocotea marumbiensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Ocotea marumbiensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat by potentially altering the specific montane forest conditions this endemic tree requires for survival.
Habitat
This endemic Brazilian tree inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants, typically found in cloud forests and humid mountain slopes at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. The species requires the specific microclimate conditions of these high-altitude forest ecosystems, including consistent moisture and cooler temperatures.