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Piptocarpha longipedunculata

Declining

Overview

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

Piptocarpha longipedunculata faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian shrub inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants, typically occurring in cloud forest environments at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It grows in humid, well-drained soils along forest edges and in secondary growth areas within the highly threatened Atlantic Forest biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Piptocarpha longipedunculata classified as Endangered?
Piptocarpha longipedunculata 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. Piptocarpha longipedunculata faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Piptocarpha longipedunculata live?
Piptocarpha longipedunculata 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 Piptocarpha longipedunculata?
The main threats to Piptocarpha longipedunculata 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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