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Ternstroemia cuneifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Ternstroemia cuneifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Ternstroemiaceae species limits natural recovery potential.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the remaining fragments of Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in montane and submontane forest environments. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations, often on slopes and ridges with well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ternstroemia cuneifolia classified as Endangered?
Ternstroemia cuneifolia 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. Ternstroemia cuneifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Ternstroemiaceae species limits natural recovery potential.
Where does Ternstroemia cuneifolia live?
Ternstroemia cuneifolia 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 Ternstroemia cuneifolia?
The main threats to Ternstroemia cuneifolia 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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