Caryocar coriaceum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Caryocar coriaceum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its range in the Caatinga and Cerrado biomes of northeastern Brazil. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and selective logging for its valuable timber. Overexploitation of its nutritious fruits by local communities, while economically important, has reduced seed availability for natural reproduction.
Habitat
This species occurs in the dry forests and savannas of the Caatinga and Cerrado biomes of northeastern Brazil, typically growing on well-drained soils in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons. It is found at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 800 meters, often in transitional zones between different vegetation types.
