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Psychotria rosmarinifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Psychotria rosmarinifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' narrow habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found in undisturbed forest understory. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture and temperature regimes essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits the understory of humid Atlantic Forest remnants, typically occurring in shaded areas with high moisture levels and rich organic soils. It is restricted to elevations between 800-1,200 meters in the mountainous regions of southeastern Brazil, where it grows as part of the diverse shrub layer community.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria rosmarinifolia classified as Endangered?
Psychotria rosmarinifolia 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. Psychotria rosmarinifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' narrow habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found in undisturbed forest understory. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture and temperature regimes essential for its survival.
Where does Psychotria rosmarinifolia live?
Psychotria rosmarinifolia occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Psychotria rosmarinifolia?
The main threats to Psychotria rosmarinifolia 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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