VU

Peltogyne excelsa

Declining

Overview

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

Peltogyne excelsa faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its highly valued purpleheart timber, which commands premium prices in international markets. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and cattle ranching continues to fragment its remaining forest habitat across the Guiana Shield region. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Peltogyne excelsa inhabits primary lowland rainforests of the Guiana Shield, typically growing on well-drained soils in areas with high annual rainfall. The species occurs in both terra firme forests and occasionally in transitional zones between different forest types.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Peltogyne excelsa classified as Vulnerable?
Peltogyne excelsa 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. Peltogyne excelsa faces severe pressure from selective logging due to its highly valued purpleheart timber, which commands premium prices in international markets. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and cattle ranching continues to fragment its remaining forest habitat across the Guiana Shield region. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make natural regeneration extremely difficult in disturbed areas.
Where does Peltogyne excelsa live?
Peltogyne excelsa 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 Peltogyne excelsa?
The main threats to Peltogyne excelsa 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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