VU

Plinia edulis

Declining

Overview

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

Plinia edulis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its native range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while overharvesting of wild populations for fruit collection has reduced reproductive success in remaining stands. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns affect the humid forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Plinia edulis occurs naturally in the humid Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, typically found in lowland and montane rainforest environments. The species thrives in well-drained soils with consistent moisture and partial canopy cover, often growing along forest edges and in secondary growth areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Plinia edulis classified as Vulnerable?
Plinia edulis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Plinia edulis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its native range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while overharvesting of wild populations for fruit collection has reduced reproductive success in remaining stands. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns affect the humid forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Plinia edulis live?
Plinia edulis 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 Plinia edulis?
The main threats to Plinia edulis 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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