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Piptocarpha robusta

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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.

Piptocarpha robusta faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the species' already restricted habitat, while the small population size makes it vulnerable to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.

Threat summary

Habitat

Piptocarpha robusta is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. The species occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations, typically growing in areas with well-drained soils and partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Piptocarpha robusta classified as Endangered?
Piptocarpha robusta 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 robusta faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the species' already restricted habitat, while the small population size makes it vulnerable to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.
Where does Piptocarpha robusta live?
Piptocarpha robusta 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 robusta?
The main threats to Piptocarpha robusta 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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