VU

Palicourea domatiata

Unknown

Overview

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

Palicourea domatiata faces primary threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted 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. The species' specialized habitat requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to landscape-level changes and edge effects from forest fragmentation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in the understory of Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid montane and submontane forests between 800-1,500 meters elevation. It favors shaded forest interiors with rich, well-drained soils and high humidity levels characteristic of mature Atlantic Forest ecosystems.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea domatiata classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea domatiata 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. Palicourea domatiata faces primary threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted 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. The species' specialized habitat requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to landscape-level changes and edge effects from forest fragmentation.
Where does Palicourea domatiata live?
Palicourea domatiata 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 Palicourea domatiata?
The main threats to Palicourea domatiata 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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