VU

Sclerolobium striatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Sclerolobium striatum faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado and Atlantic Forest regions. The species is particularly vulnerable to cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, which have converted large areas of its native savanna and forest habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from habitat disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sclerolobium striatum occurs in the Brazilian Cerrado savanna and transitional areas of the Atlantic Forest, typically growing in well-drained soils of open woodlands and forest edges. The species prefers areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and can tolerate both gallery forests and more open savanna environments.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sclerolobium striatum classified as Vulnerable?
Sclerolobium striatum 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. Sclerolobium striatum faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado and Atlantic Forest regions. The species is particularly vulnerable to cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, which have converted large areas of its native savanna and forest habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from habitat disturbance.
Where does Sclerolobium striatum live?
Sclerolobium striatum occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sclerolobium striatum?
The main threats to Sclerolobium striatum 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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