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Vochysia rotundifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Vochysia rotundifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with less than 20% of its original forest habitat remaining intact.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in both primary and secondary forest formations at elevations between 200-800 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest edges within the highly threatened Atlantic Forest biome.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vochysia rotundifolia classified as Endangered?
Vochysia rotundifolia 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. Vochysia rotundifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with less than 20% of its original forest habitat remaining intact.
Where does Vochysia rotundifolia live?
Vochysia rotundifolia 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 Vochysia rotundifolia?
The main threats to Vochysia rotundifolia 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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