Tocoyena brevifolia
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Tocoyena brevifolia faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the conversion of native Cerrado to soybean plantations continues to accelerate throughout its range.
Habitat
This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystem of central Brazil, where it grows in open grasslands with scattered trees and gallery forests. It typically occurs in well-drained soils at elevations between 800-1200 meters, often associated with rocky outcrops and seasonal wetlands.
Other threatened species in RUBIACEAE
Threatened in Colombia
Frequently asked questions
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