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Peltogyne altissima

Declining

Overview

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

Peltogyne altissima faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its highly valued purpleheart timber, which commands premium prices in international markets. Deforestation for cattle ranching and agricultural expansion has fragmented its remaining habitat across the Amazon basin. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This large canopy tree inhabits primary lowland rainforests of the Amazon basin, typically growing on well-drained soils in areas with high annual rainfall. It occurs in both terra firme forests and occasionally in transitional zones between different forest types.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Peltogyne altissima classified as Endangered?
Peltogyne altissima 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. Peltogyne altissima faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its highly valued purpleheart timber, which commands premium prices in international markets. Deforestation for cattle ranching and agricultural expansion has fragmented its remaining habitat across the Amazon basin. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in disturbed areas.
Where does Peltogyne altissima live?
Peltogyne altissima 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 Peltogyne altissima?
The main threats to Peltogyne altissima 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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