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Passiflora bracteosa

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Overview

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

Passiflora bracteosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region of Brazil. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species' specialized pollination requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ecosystem disruption, while collection pressure for horticultural trade has further depleted wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This passion vine inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in forest edges and clearings at elevations between 500-1200 meters. It requires well-drained soils and partial shade conditions provided by the forest canopy structure.

Other threatened species in Passifloraceae

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Passiflora uribei

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VU

Passiflora callistemma

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VU

Passiflora jardinensis

Unknown
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Passiflora engleriana

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Passiflora bracteosa classified as Endangered?
Passiflora bracteosa is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Passiflora bracteosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region of Brazil. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species' specialized pollination requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ecosystem disruption, while collection pressure for horticultural trade has further depleted wild populations.
Where does Passiflora bracteosa live?
Passiflora bracteosa 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 Passiflora bracteosa?
The main threats to Passiflora bracteosa 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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